Clean Up Technician

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Saving with Company 0

Health Saving Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. seeks a hands-on Clean-Up Technician to help keep our yard, sawmill, and operations clean, safe, and productive. You will work with maintenance and operations teams to minimize downtime and support the production process.

Responsibilities include exterior maintenance, waste disposal, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, outside role with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Endure prolonged physical activity for 8+ hour shifts.
• Familiarity with standard yard tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, rake, and clear lumber yard driveways and walkways.
• Collect and dispose of wood scraps, sawdust, metal banding, and debris.
• Empty yard trash and transport waste to dumpsters or recycling areas.
• Perform seasonal exterior maintenance such as snow/ice removal.
• Assist with re-stacking, bundling, and organizing lumber as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of trucks and equipment; power wash as required.
• Adhere to OSHA safety standards and report hazards to the facilities manager.
• Collaborate with warehouse and maintenance teams for a clean, safe workplace.

Skills

Detail oriented

Hard working

Dependable

Safety minded

Hands-on

Job description

Job Type
Full-time

Description

Join a Team That Keeps the World Moving!

What if your work helped connect North American hardwood products with customers around the world?! Northwest Hardwoods is a leading manufacturer of hardwood lumber in North America and a fully integrated global supplier serving the furniture, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries . Our Clean-Up Technician plays a critical role in keeping our sawmill and manufacturing operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a visible contribution to a global operation by keeping the equipment clean and maintained, our yard/sawmill clean and safe and people behind our products running at their best.

At Northwest Hardwoods (NWH), you’ll play an important role in keeping our equipment, vehicles, and operations running safely and efficiently. As an experienced Clean-Up Technician , you’ll be responsible for keeping our yard safe and clean to ensuring our trucks and equipment are clean and ready to go. You’ll work closely with the manufacturing and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and help maintain a safe, clean, and productive work environment.

Why This Role Matters:

This position is all about safety, reliability, and attention to detail. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing diesel-powered vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery to keep our operations running safely and efficiently. Your mechanical expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safety will help minimize downtime and ensure our equipment is ready to support the production process and deliver high-quality lumber to our customers around the world.

This is a great opportunity for a someone who takes pride in maintaining a clean working facility, enjoys staying physically active, and being hands-on in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

What You’ll Do:

• Sweep, rake, and clear lumber yard driveways, walkways, and drive-thru aisles to ensure a tidy and obstacle-free environment.
• Collect, sort, and properly dispose of wood scraps, sawdust, metal banding, plastic wrap, and other construction debris within the shop, building, sawmill and/or yard.
• Empty yard trash receptacles and transport industrial waste to designated dumpsters or recycling areas.
• Perform seasonal exterior maintenance, including clearing snow, ice, and debris from sidewalks and parking areas.
• Occasionally assist with re-stacking, bundle, and organizing lumber to maintain neatness.
• Maintenance and mowing of grass area
• Maintaining trucks and equipment clean - wiping down and power washing
• Adhere strictly to OSHA standards and workplace safety regulations to maintain a safe, accident-free work environment.
• Report any hazardous conditions, blocked emergency exits, or faulty equipment immediately to the facilities manager.
• Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure a clean and efficient workplace.
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring:

• We’re looking for someone who is detail oriented, hard working, dependable, safety-minded, and enjoys working with their hands. You should take pride in your work, be comfortable walking around the warehouse and being physically active.

Required:

• Able to work outside in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Capable of lifting and moving up to 50 lbs regularly and unassisted.
• Endure prolonged physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and kneeling for 8+ hour shifts.
• Demonstrate agility and balance when navigating active industrial yard environments around heavy machinery and moving vehicles.
• Dependable to manage daily cleaning schedules independently.
• A strict commitment to personal and workplace safety protocols.
• Familiarity with standard yard tools, such as industrial brooms, rakes, strapping tools, and banding equipment.
• Reliable transportation and a strong attendance record.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in lumber manufacturing, lumber material handling is a plus, but not required

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:

• Dependable , with a strong work ethic and a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Enjoy working in a hands-on, physically active role and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty
• Take safety seriously and follow proper procedures when working around heavy equipment, vehicles, and machinery
• Have strong attention to detail and take pride in doing the job right the first time
• Are dependable and reliable, with a strong attendance record
• Can work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Are comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
• Can prioritize tasks and communicate clearly with the maintenance and operations teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunity based on company performance
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Saving with Company Match
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.