Weyerhaeuser's Western Timberlands Division has an opening for a full-time truck driver/equipment operator, with duties performed in an aircraft hangar as well as a forest environment. In addition to supporting equipment maintenance, you will have responsibilities related to helicopter projects during all seasons of the year.
Weyerhaeuser Company owns and operates two Bell Helicopters (212HP and 206L-4), based in Eugene, Oregon and Chehalis, Washington. Weyerhaeuser Aviation has taken an active role in company flight operations since 1947. Our Helicopters support company timberlands/forestry operations in Oregon and Washington under FAR Part 91, 133 and 137, focusing primarily on stewardship of timberlands through fire suppression, fertilization, spraying and forestry recon. Our Helicopter operation is supported by company personnel, including pilots, aircraft mechanics and aviation ground support technicians.
Although most projects are within the local area, applicants must be willing to do occasional overnight travel while working on flight operations away from the main base. Some projects do require weekend work. Between projects, helicopters and equipment are maintained at the company hangar at Mahlon Sweet Airport in Eugene, Oregon, and Chehalis, Washington.
Key Functions:
Perform and support equipment inspections and participate in preventative maintenance and routine maintenance repairs as they develop in a hanger and field environmentSafely and efficiently operate a front-end loader to load buckets of granular fertilizer under a hovering helicopter while adhering to safety, environmental, production and quality standardsDrive a fuel truck to work sites and fuel a helicopter during flight operationsDrive a batch truck and mix/load pesticides into the helicopterWeyerhaeuser's Western Timberlands Division has an opening for a full-time truck driver/equipment operator, with duties performed in an aircraft hangar as well as a forest environment. In addition to supporting equipment maintenance, you will have responsibilities related to helicopter projects during all seasons of the year.
Weyerhaeuser Company owns and operates two Bell Helicopters (212HP and 206L-4), based in Eugene, Oregon and Chehalis, Washington. Weyerhaeuser Aviation has taken an active role in company flight operations since 1947. Our Helicopters support company timberlands/forestry operations in Oregon and Washington under FAR Part 91, 133 and 137, focusing primarily on stewardship of timberlands through fire suppression, fertilization, spraying and forestry recon. Our Helicopter operation is supported by company personnel, including pilots, aircraft mechanics and aviation ground support technicians.
Although most projects are within the local area, applicants must be willing to do occasional overnight travel while working on flight operations away from the main base. Some projects do require weekend work. Between projects, helicopters and equipment are maintained at the company hangar at Mahlon Sweet Airport in Eugene, Oregon, and Chehalis, Washington.
Key Functions:
Perform and support equipment inspections and participate in preventative maintenance and routine maintenance repairs as they develop in a hanger and field environmentSafely and efficiently operate a front-end loader to load buckets of granular fertilizer under a hovering helicopter while adhering to safety, environmental, production and quality standardsDrive a fuel truck to work sites and fuel a helicopter during flight operationsDrive a batch truck and mix/load pesticides into the helicopterHigh School Diploma/GED (or higher)Minimum 1-year Class B CDL driving experienceValid Fuel Truck operator class B CDL with a Hazmat EndorsementCurrent DOT medical cardDriving record clear of current incidents/citationsSafety-conscious mindset with commitment to adhere to all the safety procedures and practicesAbility to work with pesticides and willing to obtain a state pesticide license (Private)Personal commitment to safety, supporting our team flying conceptAble to assist industry leading aircraft maintenance techniciansSuccessful completion of a post-offer drug screening and background checkDesired Qualifications:
Class A CDL with tanker/Hazmat endorsementOff road timberland driving experienceExperience operating various pieces of equipmentCurrent State of Oregon Washington private pesticide licenseCompensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $53,318 - $80,047 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement:Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation:We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours
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.
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 providingrecreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.
For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five corevaluesand 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.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)Minimum 1-year Class B CDL driving experienceValid Fuel Truck operator class B CDL with a Hazmat EndorsementCurrent DOT medical cardDriving record clear of current incidents/citationsSafety-conscious mindset with commitment to adhere to all the safety procedures and practicesAbility to work with pesticides and willing to obtain a state pesticide license (Private)Personal commitment to safety, supporting our team flying conceptAble to assist industry leading aircraft maintenance techniciansSuccessful completion of a post-offer drug screening and background checkDesired Qualifications:
Class A CDL with tanker/Hazmat endorsementOff road timberland driving experienceExperience operating various pieces of equipmentCurrent State of Oregon Washington private pesticide licenseCompensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $53,318 - $80,047 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement:Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation:We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours
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.
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 providingrecreation, wildlife habitat, and other important ecosystem benefits.
For more than a century, we've been taking care of forests to make life better.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five corevaluesand 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.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.