March 20, 2026

Grapple Yarder Hooktender


Location: qathet Region, BC

Salary: $44.91 per hour

Schedule: 5 X 2 Shift

Experience: Minimum 3 years experience Hooktender.

Job description:

Tla’amin Lake Contracting LP (TLC) is seeking an experienced grapple yarder hooktender

to join our team in the qathet Region. This role requires a strong understanding of grapple yarding operations and harvesting process in challenging terrain. This candidate needs to be physically fit for duty, safety-focused, operationally knowledgeable, and a collaborative team player.

Your tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Working with the yarding crew to plan efficient operations
  • Leading the ground crew and communicating planning
  • Following strict safety protocols and best practices
  • Attending safety trainings and site meetings

About You

To qualify as a Hooktender, you need to have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and at least 3 years of hooktending experience. Experience with a mobile backspar is required.

As key members of the Tla’amin Lake Contracting LP team, we are looking for motivated individuals who will grow and evolve with us and are looking to develop their skills in this dynamic and challenging environment.

This is a long-term opportunity that requires candidates with a strong sense of teamwork, efficient time management skills, a safety-focused mindset, and excellent adaptability to varying outdoor elements.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will be rewarded with:

  • Extended health, vision, and dental benefits
  • Long-term disability and life insurance
  • Employer-paid pension plan
  • Vacation pay
  • The opportunity to work on exciting projects with a tight-knit and safety-oriented team
  • And many more!

Give a damn. Get it done. Be real. These are three uncompromising values that you will be welcomed in upon joining!

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to succeed in this role, apply now at tlaaminlake@merakiresources.com

You do not need a full resume to apply.