Button Top Operator - Remote Projects - Shift Work Including Weekends
River City Fibre LP, a partnership between Simpcw Resource Group and Arrow Group of Companies, is recruiting an experienced Log Loader/Button Top Operator for their Kamloops, BC facility. The partnership supports commercial development of natural resources within Simpcw territory and features significant capital investments in advanced equipment including electric conveyor systems reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This full-time position offers competitive pay starting at $35.50/hr (increasing to $38.77/hr after 90 days), full extended benefits including dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, Employee Assistance Programs, pension, and safety gear allowance. Operators work shift schedules including weekends and receive on-site certification.
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Responsibilities
The Log Loader/Button Top Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery to load, sort, and stack logs efficiently while maintaining safety and production flow.
- Operate button top log loader and Cat wheel loader with log grapple to unload trucks and feed mill.
- Sort logs by size, species, and quality.
- Stack logs in designated areas ensuring stability and safety.
- Inspect product condition for cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.
- Maintain equipment and perform routine inspections and minor troubleshooting.
- Communicate with team members, truck drivers, and supervisors to coordinate workflow and direct load locations.
- Comply with all workplace safety policies, regulations, and protocols.
- Adhere to production schedules and report issues promptly.
- Support inventory control and accurate documentation of load slips.
- Assist with mill repairs and maintenance as needed.
- Participate in cross training on all facility functions.
Requirements
Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:
- Minimum 5 years experience operating log loaders or similar heavy equipment in fast-paced forestry or logging environments.
- Knowledge of log species identification.
- Proficiency in operating log and wheel loaders, including maintenance and minor repairs.
- Strong understanding of safety procedures and compliance.
- Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments and various weather conditions.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and depth perception.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Effective team communication skills.
- Certification or training in log loader or heavy equipment operation preferred.
- Flexibility to work other shifts including weekends.
Perks and Benefits
River City Fibre LP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package:
- Starting pay of $35.50/hr for first 90 days, increasing to $38.77/hr thereafter.
- Full extended medical benefits including dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Pension plan.
- Shift work with weekends.
- On-site certification opportunities.
- Safety gear allowance.
Worksite/Project
Remote Mining and Forestry Projects
These worksites are located in interior and northern regions of British Columbia, supporting resource-based operations such as mining and forestry. Typical duties involve hauling bulk materials like copper ore, wood chips, sawdust, and hog fuel using B-train trailers and heavy equipment. Drivers and equipment operators often navigate highways like Hwy 1 (Trans-Canada), Coquihalla (Hwy 5), Hwy 97, and Hwy 16. Work environments can include fibre mills, open-pit mining areas, or mobile processing teams, often requiring familiarity with mountainous terrain, variable weather, and safety regulations for remote operations.
Remote Mining and Forestry ProjectsEmployer Hiring
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. is a leading Canadian provider of bulk commodity hauling, reload logistics, and materials handling, with over 100 years of experience serving the forestry, mining, and construction industries. Headquartered in Vancouver, Arrow operates across British Columbia, Alberta, and into the United States, offering a range of transportation and logistics solutions including truck-to-rail reloads, heavy-duty trucking, fibre haul, and environmental services. Arrow employs more than 1300 people and is recognized as a BC Top Employer and a Fleet Employer of Distinction. Career opportunities span Class 1 truck drivers, mechanics, fleet tire technicians, equipment operators, dispatchers, and logistics supervisors. Work is available across its BC hubs in Kamloops, Prince George, and Fort St. John, as well as in Alberta. Arrow offers competitive compensation, union and non-union roles, defined-benefit pension plans, and training programs for trades and apprenticeships. With a strong safety culture and a reputation for reliability, Arrow is a preferred employer in Western Canada's resource transport sector. Its long-term contracts, diverse services, and support for employee growth make it a solid choice for those seeking stable logistics career.
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.