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Heavy Equipment Operator
full-timeCottageville

Summary

Location

Cottageville

Type

full-time

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About this role

Weyerhaeuser’s log yard facility in Cottageville, South Carolina is seeking individuals who are committed to safety, have a positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a desire to work in an industrial setting.  At Weyerhaeuser, we offer positions with on-the-job training and continued growth potential. This position will serve as a member of the flow-to-work log yard team, conducting various production and clean up tasks.

Why You Should Join Our Team:

  • High Performing , Safety Driven Culture
  • Starting rate $21.63; top out $28.88
  • We offer opportunities to advance further, beyond the starting rate
  • 401K match + an additional contribution from the company
  • Full medical, dental and vision benefits 

Key Functions:

  • Committed to working safely and adhering to log yard safety procedures
  • Perform miscellaneous clean-up and general housekeeping activities as required
  • Use pressure washer and other equipment to prepare logs for inspection and keep rolling stock clean
  • Safely and competently operate a pickup truck, golf cart, and compact agricultural tractor
  • Over time be trained in the safe and competent operation of the yard truck, front-end loader, and knuckle boom
  • Perform daily equipment inspections and complete preventive maintenance procedures
  • Collaborate with team members, as well as work independently
  • Contribute positively within a highly efficient and safe work team
  • Attach any required paperwork and/or painting to log loads
  • Maintain inventory of stock material
  • Adapt to job assignments changes and flow to work as needed
  • Perform overtime duties when needed to meet customer demands
  • Prioritize work schedule and work under pressure
  • Visually and physically check loads of logs for specification accuracy


  • Must be at least 18 years of age

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Must personally complete the employment application

  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check

  • Able to perform labor-intensive work

  • Able to work in extreme temperatures, in dusty and noisy conditions, while wearing safety equipment

  • Able to work safely around moving manufacturing equipment and machinery

  • Able to lift 2-20 pounds regularly, climb steps and ladders, work from height, and stand or walk for 2-3 hours at a time for 10 hours

     

Preferred:

  • Experience operating a skid steer, water truck, ag equipment 

  • Knowledge of raw materials/log yards 

  • Basic computer skills a plus

About Timberlands
We believe trees are a remarkable resource that can and should be managed responsibly to make a range of products that meet human needs, while also providing recreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits. 
For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.

About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team. 

Other facts

Tech stack
Safety Commitment,Positive Attitude,Excellent Work Ethic,Labor-Intensive Work,Equipment Operation,Team Collaboration,Preventive Maintenance,General Housekeeping,Adaptability,Inventory Management,Pressure Washing,Log Inspection,Heavy Equipment Operation,Communication Skills,Problem Solving,Time Management

About Weyerhaeuser

We manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations around the world, we offer a range of exciting careers opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @Weyerhaeuser

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1900

What you'll do

  • The Heavy Equipment Operator will conduct various production and cleanup tasks as part of the log yard team. Responsibilities include operating equipment safely, performing daily inspections, and maintaining a clean work environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Heavy Equipment Operator do at Weyerhaeuser?

As a Heavy Equipment Operator at Weyerhaeuser, you will: the Heavy Equipment Operator will conduct various production and cleanup tasks as part of the log yard team. Responsibilities include operating equipment safely, performing daily inspections, and maintaining a clean work environment..

Why join Weyerhaeuser as a Heavy Equipment Operator?

Weyerhaeuser is a leading Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing company.

Is the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Weyerhaeuser remote?

The Heavy Equipment Operator position at Weyerhaeuser is based in Cottageville, South Carolina, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Weyerhaeuser?

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