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Forest Machine Operator

Chipman, NB
On-site
Posted Sep 24, 2026
1 position

$29–$40 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Oct 22, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Operate forest machinery such as forwarders and harvesters in a safe and productive manner while adhering to best management practices. Perform daily equipment maintenance and repairs, and assist with ancillary tasks like road maintenance and forest fire prevention.

Job details

Job Description The Central New Brunswick Woodlands Division is seeking to fill a full-time Harvest Machine Operator position. We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals who enjoy working independently as well as with a team. We offer a competitive salary, performance bonus Salary range $28.70-$40.00(based on production performance). Responsibilities Main Duty: Operate forest machines (including but not limited to forwarder and harvester machines) in a safe, efficient, and productive manner according to J.D. Irving, Limited’s Best Management Practices Maintain productivity, production, and utilization targets Perform daily maintenance and repairs as required on equipment May be assigned to related/ancillary tasks for short periods of time including but not limited to: equipment maintenance, tidying work areas, training, harvest and boundary line layouts, road maintenance activities, forest fire prevention activities. Qualifications Education Required: High school diploma minimum Certified Forest Machine Operator considered an asset Certified Heavy Equipment Mechanic considered an asset Years of Experience Required: 2+ years of experience with the operation of forest machinery or a combination of one year of work experience with forest machinery and practical, vocational training in the industry of forest machine operations. Language: English language work environment About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. About The Team At Irving Woodlands , we take pride in our role as stewards of the land. Focused on rigorous and sustainable land management, Irving Woodlands is guided by an 80-year management plan that preserves the environmental and ecological integrity of our land, air, water and wildlife. Irving Woodlands maintains an engaged team of over 1,600 employees, contractors, seasonal workers and students who are dedicated to research, conservation and continuously improving our forest management practices and long-term business results. Our multi-faceted team trains, develops and builds long-term, rewarding careers in all aspects of forestry, from tree nurseries and tree improvement to research and environmental management. Our forestry professionals, supported by our logistics and professional services group, are world-class and implement leading strategies in these areas: silviculture, planting, harvesting, trucking and logistics, operational and road construction, maintenance, technology, forest patrol and research. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work across any of our safety first, cutting-edge technology operations and land holdings located in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Maine.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience operating forest machinery or a combination of one year of experience and relevant vocational training. Certification as a forest machine operator or heavy equipment mechanic is considered an asset.