What you will do:

• Complete equipment checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment
• Transfer lumber between various plant operations and comply with applicable safety regulations.
• The employee chosen for this position will be required to perform the following key phases of Basic Care
  • Inspection of equipment
  • Service and minor adjustments to the equipment (when necessary)
  • Cleaning of the equipment
  • Documentation and reporting of results
  • Training lift operators
  • Serving as relief driver/backup
  • Overseeing department

What you need to be successful:

• Excellent safety record
• Excellent attendance record
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Willing to perform all job assignments in an effective and timely manner with minimal supervision
• Valid forklift drivers certificate or heavy equipment loader certification
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty and noisy industrial environment
• Successfully complete pre-employment background, drug screen, physical, assessment, and forklift competency test and performance
• Must be able to work nights weekends; no exceptions
  • Will work a four day on and three day off, then a three day on and a four day off schedule.
  • Will have one day, either Saturday or Sunday, out of each week that you will be at work.
  • Please only apply if you are able to work these days.

Outstanding benefits package including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training and
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/careers

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)