Weekend Casual

Tolko Industries Ltd; Lavington; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Tolko Industries Ltd. in Lavington, British Columbia, is hiring Weekend Casual/Firewatch employees to support the Vernon area mill.

You will assist tradespersons, gather and return parts, and keep the site clean, with a focus on safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates demonstrate commitment to safety, mechanical aptitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to work 8-hour shifts including evenings and graveyards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to working safely.
• Mechanical aptitude is an asset.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, including evenings and graveyards.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Previous experience in an industrial environment is an asset.
• Experience operating a forklift or loader is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work independently as part of a high-performance team dedicated to safely and efficiently producing lumber products.
• Perform a variety of labour duties to increase productivity and reduce safety risks.
• Identify, analyze and troubleshoot any problems that might arise in your area.
• Work with your Team Lead and Maintenance teams to ensure everything stays on track.

Skills

Safety commitment

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Shift work

Independent work

Industrial experience

Forklift/loader experience

Job description

Weekend Casual/Firewatch

Lavington, British Columbia

Weekend Casual employees provide a vital service, providing assistance to the tradespersons in ensuring that work is conducted safety, gathering and returning of parts and general clean up as required throughout the site. We’re looking for Weekend Casual Employees to join our innovative lumber mill located near Vernon, British Columbia. Our Lavington Division is where Tolko’s story began over 60 years ago. Today, at Lavington, we safely and sustainably produce 238 million board feet of lumber per year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities. Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to working safely.
• Mechanical aptitude is considered an asset.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts, including evenings and graveyards.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Previous experience working in an industrial environment is an asset.
• Previous experience operating a forklift or loader is an asset.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role, you will:

• Work independently as part of a high-performance team dedicated safely and efficiently producing lumber products.
• Perform a variety of labour duties to increase productivity and reduce safety risks.
• Identify, analyze and troubleshoot any problems that might arise in your area.
• Work with your Team Lead and Maintenance teams to make sure everything stays on track.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive wage of $26.90 per hour to start.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here!

Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say (https://youtu.be/nFmwq70ywzI)!

About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce... whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7b34khAj2bY) to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.

To protect the privacy of your personal information, please ensure that when you apply, you are directed to Tolko’s job board at https://recruiting.ultipro.ca (https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/TOL5000/JobBoard/a371167d-d0c1-0982-5dd6-b31a75098002/?q=&o=postedDateDesc) or you are accessing Tolko job opportunities through our website at www.tolko.com/careers (http://www.tolko.com/careers).