S&R; Sawmills has a long history of Custom Cutting in the Lower Mainland. We are a family run business that was established in 1963 and we currently have a workforce of over 300 employees on a large strip of the Fraser River. Employee safety is the highest priority with experience, knowledge and hard work being the backbone for many years.
If you have previous experience as a sawmill worker, we want to hear from you!
We are looking for dedicated, team-oriented individuals who have previous sawmill experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, are safety conscious and interested in a long-term career with us. We value our employees and there are growth opportunities to move up quickly for those that show initiative. Our roles are full time, permanent positions which include a benefits package and pension plan.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
2+ years of previous experience in a sawmill environment
First Aid, Grading Ticket etc. would be an asset
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication skills and strong command of the English language, both written and verbal
Safety first attitude
A willingness to learn and take direction
Must be able to do shift work (Day shifts are 7:00am – 3:30pm, Afternoon shifts are 3:30pm-12:00am)
Work Environment:
Safety focused working environment
Indoor/Outdoor working environment
Previous Experience in any of the following roles would be an asset:
Sawyers
Edgers
Drop Sorters
Trimmers
Graders
Forklift Drivers
Packager Operators
Machine Operators
Boom Experience
Green Chain Pullers
Eligibility:
Must be legally allowed to work in Canada
What we offer:
Full time hours
Company Pension Plan (no matching needed)
Dental Care
Health Care
Life Insurance
Vision Care
Healthcare Spending Account
Employee & Family Assistance Program
In office Parking
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$39.00 per hour
Application question(s):
Have you previously worked at a sawmill, if so, for how long and what roles are you trained in?