Downie Timber Ltd., located in Revelstoke BC, is a forest harvesting and lumber manufacturing business and a proud division of the Gorman Group of companies. Downie Timber produces multi species wood products.
Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the successful candidate will be required to work with a team of employees, who are responsible for safely producing quality wood products and for the cleanup of mill debris (saw dust, shavings, trims and wood) and perform all other duties required. The entry level role is responsible for any production task assigned by the supervisor. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an industrial process environment.
KEY SKILLS:
- Ability to perform repetitive, physically demanding tasks for extended periods of time including piling lumber, standing for long hours, walking, shoveling, climbing stairs, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Working in an industrial process environment.
- Experience with and/or around machinery and equipment.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks is required.
- Be available to work Graveyard, Day and/or Afternoon shifts, on short notice
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- A strong commitment to safety.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- SIN/Work Permit/Visa Required.
- Physical ability to perform labour intensive occupations.
- High School Diploma or equivalency is considered an asset.
- Previous experience in forestry or industrial process environments is considered an advantage.
WAGE: $30.13 - $34.87 per hour.
ABOUT US:
The Gorman Group of Companies is family owned and proudly made up of Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd., Canoe Forest Products, Oroville Reman and Reload, Downie Timber, Selkirk Cedar, and Lumby Pole Divisions. For over 75 years, we have been known for creating The Finest Boards and other specialty wood products. Perhaps even more, we are known for working together.
The Gorman Group is more than just a group of companies…we are a family! We value the family roots that connect us and the employees that work for us. We believe our employees are fundamental to our success as we strive to become the employer of choice through our strong family values, culture, community involvement, innovation, and constant drive for excellence.
WE OFFER:
- Family supporting jobs and a safe place to build your career
- Competitive pay and exceptional benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Pension Plan
- Shift Premiums
- Diverse work opportunities
- An open and innovative culture
- A progressive and dynamic work environment
We are more than a company…we are a community! We believe this community begins at work and with YOU!
If you possess the skills and qualifications required for this challenging position, we want to hear from you!
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
As part of our interview process, candidates will be required to complete a series of pre-employment screening assessments.
The Gorman Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce in a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
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