Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Wood Finishing Technician to join our finishing shop. Our operation focuses on pre-finishing wood cladding, siding, and lineal lumber products.
The ideal candidate has experience applying coatings to wood or other materials and understands proper surface preparation, coating application, and quality control. Painting or spray finishing experience is valuable, as many of the same skills apply to wood coatings.
This is a hands-on role for someone who is mechanically inclined, takes pride in quality work, and enjoys solving problems in a production environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare wood surfaces for finishing including sanding, cleaning, and inspection
- Apply stains, paints, and protective coatings to wood cladding and lumber products
- Assist with creating finish and stain samples to match product specifications
- Monitor coating quality and consistency during production
- Inspect finished material and correct defects where required
- Operate finishing equipment and shop tools safely
- Troubleshoot finishing or coating issues when they arise
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Assist with handling lumber and finished materials as required
Qualifications
- Experience applying paints, stains, or protective coatings
- Experience working with wood products, lumber, siding, or cladding is an asset
- Painting or spray finishing experience is highly transferable
- Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving ability
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a production shop environment
- Forklift experience or certification is an asset
What We’re Looking For
- Someone who takes pride in producing high-quality finished products
- Detail-oriented with a good eye for finish quality
- Reliable and hardworking
- Comfortable working with wood materials and coatings
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Full-time position
If you have experience with coatings, painting, or working with wood products and are looking to join a growing production team, we’d like to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$30.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- This position requires reliable attendance Monday–Friday with a start time of 7:30am. Are you able to commit to this schedule consistently?
- In the past 2 years, how many jobs have you held?
- Do you have reliable transportation to Port Coquitlam for every scheduled shift?
- This role requires standing/lifting up to 50 Lbs. for a full shift. Are you able to meet this physical requirement?
- What is the earliest date you could start if offered the position?
- Have you worked in wood finishing, staining, or a similar production/manufacturing environment before?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
