Want a job in forestry?
In the next 3 to 5 years:
- Between 250 and 300 heavy machine operators will take their retirement
- Between 50 and 100 opportunities will be available to become an entrepreneur
Heavy duty mechanic
- Check dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy construction and mining equipment for proper performance
- Inspect equipment for defects and malfunctions
- Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
- Repair and replace defective parts, components and/or systems
- Test repaired equipment for proper performance and that it meets or exceeds manufacturer’s specifications
Forest machine/Trucking operator training
- Operate in a safe, efficient and productive manner
- Maintain productivity, production and utilization targets
- Perform daily maintenance and repairs as required
