wood processing labourer

E & R Langille Contracting Ltd.; Kings Head; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local contracting firm in Kings Head, Nova Scotia, is seeking a candidate to assist in operating woodworking machines. Responsibilities include feeding equipment, sorting wood products, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates with experience in similar environments are preferred. The position is permanent and requires availability for shift work and a valid driver's license. Health benefits are included.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in woodworking environments is an asset.
• Ability to operate various woodworking machines and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist other processing workers in the operation of various woodworking machines and equipment.
• Feed conveyors, hoppers, saws, and drying machines.
• Sort, pile, and transport wood products.
• Clean machines and immediate work areas.

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Saws

Forklift

Conveyor

Job description

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Dusty
• Hot
• Cold / refrigerated

Work setting

• Sawmill

Tasks

• Assist other processing workers in the operation of various woodworking machines and equipment
• Feed conveyors, hoppers, saws and drying machines
• Sort, pile and transport wood products
• Clean machines and immediate work areas

Type of product

• Lumber
• Plywood

Equipment and machinery experience

• Conveyor
• Saws
• Operate forklift

Additional sector experience

• Other powered equipment to process lumber, shingles, veneer, plywood and similar wood products

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver\'s licence
• Own transportation

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses / goggles
• Gloves

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Experience

• Experience an asset

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Durée de l\'emploi : Permanent

Langue de travail : Anglais

Heures de travail : 40 to 50 hours per week