Loader Operator – Northport WA

We are looking for a Loader Operator to join our Sutco USA team for our Northport, WA chip yard operations. As a Sutherland Group Company, Sutco USA values more than simply providing industry-renowned services to our clients. We put the happiness, success, and growth of our team members and community first. Join us in our commitment to elevate and innovate in the forestry industry.

POSITION BENEFITS

• Wage is $26-30 per hour, depending on experience.
• Part-time hours initially, increasing up to full-time hours.
• Overtime pay after 40 hours per week
• 4 paid 8 hour holidays per year
• Monday to Friday and occasional weekend shifts of up to 60 hours per week.
• Direct deposit pay, twice monthly
Consistent, steady work in a professional and respectful environment. As a member of the Sutherland Group, we are proud to be able to serve not only our loyal clients, but our partner companies as well, guaranteeing work for our industry-leading teams.

SUTHERLAND GROUP BENEFITS

Sutco USA is a proud member of the Sutherland Group of Companies. It is our great pleasure to extend the following benefits to all full-time Sutherland Group team members:

• SIMPLE IRA paid at 3% match after one year of employment.
• Industry leading benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Health & Safety Policy & Programs

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Log Loader: Unload log trucks and neatly deck wood in log yard.
• Wheel Loader: Unload log trucks, forward logs in yard, load chip trucks.
• Chip Dumper: Assist drivers with accessing dumper and operate the machine to unload trailers.
• Sort wood chips and logs, loading into a trailer or building a pile.
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Operate other heavy equipment as required and instructed by site supervisors.
• Ensure company policies, core values and culture are being consistently upheld.
• General job set-up, site clean up, and materials removal.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

As a member of the Sutco USA team, we expect you bring the following to the table:

• Minimum 2 years' experience operating Log Loader and Wheel Loader
• Experience running a Chip Dumper would be an asset.
• Mechanical aptitude and capable of performing basic daily equipment maintenance.
• Motivated self-starter with positive attitude and proven safety record.
• Experience running other types of heavy equipment would be an asset.
• Valid Class C driver's license.
• Experience and knowledge of working in a chip yard, log yard or logging operation preferred.
• Physically fit and able to walk uneven ground, chip piles and log yard locations.
• Team player who is willing to pitch in wherever needed.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment Drug & Alcohol Testing.

JOIN THE TEAM

If you think there's a fit, we look forward to meeting you and thank you in advance for your application

Visit our website to learn more about The Sutherland Group (https://thesutherland.group/join-our-team/)

ABOUT SUTCO

Sutco USA specializes in residuals & general freight transportation and logistics services. We are dedicated to providing an industry-leading level of professionalism aimed at meeting the satisfaction, safety and success of our business partners and team members.

A SUTHERLAND GROUP COMPANY

The Sutherland Group of Companies is a specialized integrated network of heavy industry experts, with an offering that extends from equipment and logistics through to people and safety, in service of high-performing customers in the civil, forestry, transportation, and marine industries in search of complex supply chain solutions.

For nearly 30 years, we have worked to position The Sutherland Group as a heavy industry leader, not only with our partners, but from within. We are proud to prioritize the success of our team members by offering a diversified workplace, competitive compensation plans, benefits, training, and ongoing growth opportunities.