Skilled Labourer

J.D. Irving; Lower Sackville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

RRSP contributions

BlueCross Benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance)

Employee discounts

Training and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

J.D. Irving is seeking a Saw Operator to join Atlas Structural Systems in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia. As part of the team, you will be responsible for accurately measuring and cutting wood components, safely operating the saw, and ensuring that safety protocols are followed. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a safety mindset, and the ability to work in variable temperatures. Full-time hours are offered with competitive wages and benefits including RRSP contributions and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Safety mindset with a willingness to learn attitude.
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Comfortable working in hot, cold, and variable temperatures.
• Capable of lifting at least 50lbs and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with a saw is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure and cut wood components.
• Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the saw.
• Communicate schedules and deadlines needed to meet production targets.
• Ensure those working in proximity to the saw are following safety measures.
• Follow procedures and demonstrate safe work behaviors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Lifting 50lbs

Job description

Atlas Structural Systems is looking to add a Saw Operator to their team in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure and cut wood components.
• Responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the saw.
• Communicate schedules and deadlines needed to meet production targets.
• Ensure those working in proximity to the saw are following the company’s safety measures.
• Follow procedures and demonstrate safe work behaviors.

Qualifications

• Safety mindset with a willingness to learn attitude.
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Comfortable working in hot, cold, and variable temperatures.
• Capable of lifting at least 50lbs and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with a saw is preferred.

Benefits

• A safe work environment
• Monday‑Friday work week with full‑time hours
• Competitive wages
• RRSP contributions
• BlueCross Benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
• Employee discounts
• Training and career advancement opportunities

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Job Information

• Job Identification 9471
• Job Category Production & Skilled Trades
• Posting Date 04/23/2026, 11:37 AM
• Apply Before 07/31/2026, 12:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Location 44 Colonel Joseph Scott Drive, Lower Sackville, NS, B4C 0B4, CA