Forestry Equipment Operator (Harvester)
Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
Overview
Apprenticeship training is not available for this occupation.
Eligibility
TRADE QUALIFIERS
An individual desiring certification as a journeyperson in New Brunswick, in the Forestry Equipment Operator (Harvester) occupation is required to meet one of the criteria as stipulated in Board Order GC002 "Requirement to Obtain a Certificate of Qualification.
A person who has gained the equivalent of 4000 hours of practical experience in the Forestry Equipment Operator (Harvester) occupation may apply for Certification. Successful candidates will receive a New Brunswick Certificate of Qualification.
For more information, please see the corresponding Board Order for this occupation, under Tasks, Activities and Functions of a Designated Occupation.
Description
The forestry equipment occupation includes:
(a) the efficient and safe harvest of primary forest products;
(b) the operation of specialized heavy equipment to fell,
process, and cut forest products to mill specifications;
(c) following safe operating practices, environmental
protection practices, and related legislation;
(d) using computer based navigational equipment to locate
areas for harvest;
(e) identifying special interest areas and taking corrective
action;
(f) being able to identify all tree species and product
assortments;
(g) following the work order and executing the silvicultural
prescription;
(h) monitoring job quality and product quality and taking
corrective action;
(i) performing machine equipment inspection, adjustment,
maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair;
(j) adjusting machine settings as necessary for proper machine
function according to operator skill;
(k) communicating effectively with the machine owner, forest
company personnel, coworkers, and visitors; and
(l) interpreting machine onboard computer information.
Fees
Unless otherwise specified, Fees exclude the harmonized sales tax (HST).
| Fee Description | Rate in $ | Effective Date YYYY-MM-DD | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Qualification Examination Examination | 250.00 | 1997-11-10 | |
| Certificate of Qualification Examination Re-examination | 120.00 | 2013-04-01 | |
| Certificate of Qualification based on "out-of-province journeyperson status". | 150.00 | 2012-08-01 | |
| Replacement of Certification Documents | 20.00 | 2013-04-01 | |
| Certificate of Qualification Challenger Assessment Fee | 100.00 | 2012-08-01 | |
| Replacement of Photo Identification Card | 20.00 | 2012-08-01 | |