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Heavy Equipment Operator 834581

Lyons, OR 97358

Posted: 03/02/2026 Job Category: Manufacturing and Production Job Number: 834581 Pay Rate: $18 - $21 per hour

Job Description


Power Up Your Career as a Heavy Equipment Operator in Lyons! — Urgently hiring

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Pay: $18 - $21 per hour
Hours: Mon-Fri, 7am-5pm (occasional early end times)
Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a hands-on role with growth opportunities in a friendly, team-oriented environment? Join a well-established, privately owned Chipper Mill company serving Lyons and Willamina since 1979 as a Heavy Equipment Operator in Lyons, OR, and make a tangible impact every day. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you'll play a crucial role in efficient logging operations, ensuring safe and smooth yard management while working closely with the team to support operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:
As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for:
  • Safely unloading log trucks and stacking logs in designated storage areas to optimize yard efficiency.
  • Assisting in feeding logs into the chipper, supporting production workflows.
  • Performing basic maintenance and routine care on heavy machinery, including wheel loaders, shovels, and cranes.
  • Keeping the log yard organized and maintained to ensure safety and productivity.
  • Supporting team efforts in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

What You’ll Bring:
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
  • Experience operating heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, shovels, cranes, or similar machinery (experience is helpful but not mandatory).
  • A mechanically inclined skill set with a willingness to learn and perform basic repairs and maintenance.
  • Strong safety awareness and a commitment to operational safety standards.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift moderate loads as needed.
  • A positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.

Why Join Us in Lyons?
  • Competitive pay with opportunities for wage progression based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k with match, after permanent hire.
  • Paid time off to support work-life balance.
  • Stable, year-round work with a reputable and longstanding company.
  • Opportunities for career development within a growing operation.

Location & Schedule:
This is an on-site, field-based position in Lyons, Oregon, with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule from 7am to 5pm. Some days may end earlier depending on workload.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re ready to start a rewarding career as a Heavy Equipment Operator in Lyons, apply today or contact our recruiting team at (503) 581-1748 to learn more. Don’t wait, we’re hiring now!

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