Labourer-Firewatch

Interfor; Village of Belledune; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growth-oriented forest products company in Belledune, New Brunswick, is seeking a Labourer-Firewatch. The successful candidate will monitor work activities, ensure safety procedures, and maintain cleanliness in the work area. Ideal candidates have experience in sawmill operations and a strong commitment to safety. The position offers a 2-2-3 work rotation, group insurance, and various employee benefits including a pension plan and retention bonus.

Benefits

Group insurance

Pension plan with employer contribution

Employees and family assistance plan

Retention bonus

Personal protective equipment provided

Safety boots allowance

Prescription safety glasses program

Qualifications

• Experience in a sawmill operation will be an asset.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, respond quickly, and follow all reporting and safety procedures.
• Ability to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring work being performed and ensuring hot work is under control.
• Keep areas of work clean and organized.
• Other tasks as required, as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Experience in a sawmill operation

Strong commitment to safety

Ability to remain calm in emergencies

Strong observation skills

Ability to lift +/- 50 lbs

Job description

Labourer-Firewatch, Belledune, New Brunswick

Interfor Belledune Divison NB is seeking energetic and enthusiastic team players to join our team as a Labourer-Firewatch.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for monitoring work being performed and ensuring hot work is under control.
• Keep areas of work clean and organized.
• Other tasks as required, as assigned by supervisor.

What You Offer

• Experience in a sawmill operation will be an asset.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, respond quickly, and follow all reporting and safety procedures.
• Ability to work evenings/nights and remain awake and alert at a fixed location.
• Strong observation skills and ability to patrol for signs of fire or any other unusual events.
• Ability to lift +/- 50 lbs.
• Ability to take initiative.

Additional information

• Work schedule:2-2-3 Rotation, 2 weeks day, 2 weeks night
• Group insurance
• Pension plan with employer contribution
• Employees and family assistance plan
• Retention bonus
• Personal protective equipment provided by the company
• One (1) safety boots allowance per year
• Prescription safety glasses program

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in allmajor forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the mostdiverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused,world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies,build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leadingsustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainablebuilding materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Checkoutwww.interfor.comto learn more aboutour approach to sustainability.

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the worldand we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success!#StartHereGoFar

What We Offer

Interfor provides local stability and opportunity. We help bring out the best in all our people by offering long-term, competitive jobs supported by training, continued development, and great benefits.

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plentyof opportunities to ‘Start Here, Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.

We appreciate the interestof all applicants, however, only thoseselected for an interview will becontacted. All applicants offered aposition must successfully complete apre-employment drug test andbackground check. Interfor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer building acapable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualifiedapplicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race,color,religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protectedveteranstatus, or disability.