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Honestly, I was pretty hesitant to apply here as there was definitely some (a lot) of bad reviews regarding management and that's the truly the worst thing to have to see when looking for a new job.. nobody wants to have poor management, myself especially. 

Before coming in for my interview, I spoke with my potential future manager- who completely understood why I would have some hesitation with joining the Forbidden Mechanical team and addressed anything and everything that I had asked/worried about. I ended up winging it and joined the team here and am super glad that I did. 

Everybody is so helpful, positive, friendly and we all get a long super great. If you ever need any help with anything or have questions regarding any jobs that come in to the shop, somebody will always be there with open arms to help. From management to all departments and employees- they are all wonderful to work with and super thankful to be apart of such an incredible team. 

Bluepoint construction is the premier civil construction company in the Okanagan in my experience. I have worked for several of their competitors and they don’t even come close to offering what bluepoint does. Great group of people to work with, management cares and listens to employees, and the projects they have are both interesting and challenging. They fully believe in growing and promoting from within (I have had multiple conversations about advancement into a more senior role - to which I have politely declined at the moment due to personal reasons unrelated to the work/company). However to even have these types of conversations is a breath of fresh air compared to where I have worked in the past. Overall great company and I would highly recommend joining the team here at Bluepoint! 

My day begins a 8:00 but I always get there before then. Taking the time to good morning and how was your evening / weekend is a far better way to start the day than skidding across the floor in the nick of time to punch the clock.

Forbidden is a growing company and with growth comes some pain here and there. As time goes by and the personnel mature into the business it can only get better. The management team tries, and that means the world to an employee. So many companies manage through authority and that is not the case at Forbidden. A co-operative environment exists for those willing to engage in it.

The hardest part of the job, it's physically demanding.

The best part of the job, helping people who recognize your efforts.

KDLRM and it's sister company ChuCho Forestry have a good variety of timber development projects with several industry and first nations clients. The forest industry is always changing thus nothing becomes too stagnant or boring.
Management is supportive but does not micro-manage, as a supervisor I am able to more or less determine what I work on when.
In an office heavy roll there is still plenty of opportunity to go to the field when time permits.
KDLRM has had an outstanding safety record since I began working here in 2019, in 2021 the company had a medical incident ratio of 0.

Great core staff (office and field), job can be both fast paced/challenging and fun/relaxed with good team building opportunities. Busy seasons and high priority jobs can be stressful at times but are often balanced out with interesting field work and opportunities to work with great co workers.

Schedule can be flexible and often includes lots of overtime. Career development opportunities are often provided and core staff/management are supportive.

The rumours are true. Forbidden Mechanical has turned from a once ‘undesirable’ place to work to a great place to work. Wages are great, weekends off, 2 weeks day/2 weeks afternoon shifts. Current staff working there in all departments are easy to get along with, knowledgeable, helpful and pleasant to work with. Contrary to previous reviews, I thoroughly enjoyed my opportunity working there and would recommend working here if seeking employment in the Comox Valley area.

We work on various types of equipment, every day there’s something to be learned here. This job will make you a well rounded mechanic and get you the experience you want. There’s an awesome group of employees that make going to work enjoyable, the management is very understanding and provides the necessary tooling to ensure your success. The hardest part of the job is Working on new equipment that is unfamiliar to you, which also makes it the most rewarding when the job is complete. There Always something to learn here.

This is a TERRIBLE place to work. They have a few good mechanics but the shop is mostly just  bunch of apprentice automotive mechanics and clean up kids working on heavy trucks and equipment, charged out a full rate with no quality control. Management has no clue of how to run a shop/ have zero skills in dealing with employees. At a certain point these guys will throw you under the bus and you'll join the countless other guys that have come and gone in their short time of operation. Do yourself a favour and find anywhere else to work.

KDL is a good company with a very impressive track record on Safety and due diligence, they often consult with first nations and other communities before work commences, the work ethics is also good. Good Crews, Good Staff and very good management. only thing wrong i have to say for them is there not to big on putting you full time at the rate you normally would be out on. part time consists of working 2 weeks and than not getting a call to go work for atleats 3 weeks

I worked here and it was by far the most toxic shop I've ever worked in.  The "manager" might actually be the devil reincarnated, totally unrealistic hours were expected, constantly calling in on weekend.  Overtime never paid correctly and miracles were expected to happen with no parts, support or information.

The shop pretty much has a serious revolving door and has for years for obvious reasons.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Operator 1 salary reported	$34.50 per hour
Processor 2 salaries reported	$38.09 per hour
Truck driver 3 salaries reported	$39.84 per hour
Heavy equipment mechanic 6 salaries reported	$49.75 per hour
Automotive mechanic 3 salaries reported	$45.00 per hour

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