General Labourer

Doman Building Materials Group Ltd•Cranbrook, BC

6h•Onsite

About The Position

As a general labourer, you will work in various areas of the post, rail, and chipping operations for Kootenay Wood Preservers, a division of Doman Building Materials.

Requirements

Able to accurately count and identify various lumber products
Good hand eye coordination and ability to maintain concentration and focus for long periods
Ability to work safely around moving machinery
Able to lift up to 50 pounds or 23 kilograms
Bending, lifting, and reaching during course of shift
Must be able to speak, read, and write English
Must be able to wear hand, eye and ear protection as required
Must have own steel-toed boots
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in wood processing or lumber yard is desirable
teamwork and alertness by all workers will help to keep conditions safer for everyone

Responsibilities

Perform housekeeping duties in work area to ensure a safe and clean work environment
Cutting, measuring, sorting and stacking wood products
Manually feed machines in the peeling and chipping process of wood products
Inspect and measure wood pieces to mark for cuts and to verify the accuracy of cuts
Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications
Inspect wood products for imperfections and remove as required
Count, sort, and stack finished wood pieces
Guide wood pieces against saws and operate automatic feeding devices to guide cuts
Dispose of trash and waste materials as required
Strict adherence to all health and safety requirements including regular attendance at safety meetings