Trade Helper (maintenance cleaner)

Interfor; Village of Belledune; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading forest products company in Belledune, New Brunswick, is seeking a Trade Helper (Maintenance Cleaner). The role involves assisting maintenance staff, cleaning production areas, and ensuring safe work practices. Ideal candidates have experience in an industrial setting and possess good communication and teamwork skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with training programs for career growth.

Benefits

Group insurance

Pension plan with employer contribution

Employee assistance plan

Retention bonus

Personal protective equipment provided

Safety boots allowance

Prescription safety glasses program

Qualifications

• Ideally 2 years’ experience in a sawmill/industrial environment.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, demanding production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance trade employees in their respective tasks.
• Cleaning in and around machines between production shifts.
• Assist operational cleaners with housekeeping during production.

Skills

Experience in a sawmill/industrial environment

Understanding of safe work practices

Mechanical inclination

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to take initiative

Job description

Trade Helper (Maintenance Cleaner), Belledune, New Brunswick

Interfor Belledune NB is looking for energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Trade Helper (Maintenance Cleaner).

What You'll Do

• Assist maintenance trade employees in their respective tasks.
• Cleaning in and around machines between production shifts in Sawmill and Planer
• Assist operational cleaners with housekeeping during production
• Work independently and as part of a team within the department and with other departments.
• Other tasks assigned

What You Offer

• Ideally 2 years’ experience in a sawmill/industrial environment.
• Sound understanding of safe work practices and safety regulations.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Physical ability to perform duties, climb stairs, and lift +/- 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, demanding production environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to take initiative.

Additional information

• Work schedule: Thursday to Monday morning from 6:30pm to 7am
• 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 all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse 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-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

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

What We Offer

Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. We offer a competitive salary, based both on what you bring to the role and benchmarked to market conditions. You’ll also get a competitive benefits package.

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 plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre‑employment background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.