Superior Resources Inc. is a well-established natural resources company headquartered in Thunder Bay with current site operations in Greenstone and along the northern shore of Lake Superior. Our services provide value and customized support to our clients in the forestry, mining, mineral exploration and utility sectors.
We are committed to safety, efficiency, and high-quality work and are looking to fill a Heavy Equipment Operator position. This position will be expected to assist our current team with conducting a broad array of projects in the field, presently in the Greenstone area. Our services include timber harvesting, land clearing and brushing, access and site development, road maintenance, upgrading and construction, and water crossing installation and removal including bridges, pipes and culverts.
The Heavy Equipment Operator would ideally be expected to work Monday – Friday, and as needed on weekend’s dependent on projects. However, scheduling can be discussed. Hourly wage will be discussed dependent on experience and overtime compensation is provided. Accommodation is available at our company owned camp site just outside of Geraldton, which is near to where our current site operations are.

Our fleet consists of the following pieces of equipment:

• Construction equipment: bulldozer, excavator, front-end loader, grader
• Forestry equipment: feller buncher, grapple skidder, delimber
• Low bed transport truck and trailer

In addition to equipment operation, the operators are also responsible for:

• Daily equipment inspections, maintenance checks, and reporting mechanical issues
• Equipment maintenance (greasing, filters, etc.) and basic repairs when necessary
• Follow site plans, project specifications, and supervisor instructions
• Safety adherence ensuring all safety measures are taken and the machines are working properly
• Keeping accurate records of work performed (daily logs and timesheets)

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of machinery and equipment
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and adverse weather conditions throughout all 4 seasons
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and supervisors
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, late nights, and occasional weekends depending on the project
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety regulations at all times

Other beneficial assets that will be considered:

• Prior training, education, and/or experience
• Good understanding of earthmoving techniques and timber harvesting
• Proficiency of the French language
• Familiarity with areas adjacent to the various communities of Greenstone

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

• Do you have a valid drivers license and a reliable vehicle for travel to and from job sites?
• Are you able and willing to work in adverse outdoor environments throughout all 4 seasons in remote areas with sometimes limited cellular service?
• Are you comfortable commuting to various project site locations outside of Thunder Bay, in the Greenstone area and/or along the north shore of Lake Superior?

Work Location: On the roa

• Daily equipment inspections, maintenance checks, and reporting mechanical issues
• Equipment maintenance (greasing, filters, etc.) and basic repairs when necessary
• Follow site plans, project specifications, and supervisor instructions
• Safety adherence ensuring all safety measures are taken and the machines are working properly
• Keeping accurate records of work performed (daily logs and timesheets