Forklift Operator - Aldergrove, Canada - Country Lumber

Country Lumber

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Aldergrove, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

_About Country Lumber:
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Country Lumber is a family-run company that began in 1981 with 2 employees, and now it is home to over 130 knowledgeable employees.

With the simple goal of providing unparalleled service to our great community, we are proud to provide our clients with the comfort of working with friendly and familiar faces, project after project.

We have long-standing roots in our community. As the Lower Mainland has grown, so have we.

With the same focus today as when we began, Country Lumber is dedicated to delivering high quality, sustainable products at competitive prices.

This along with our valued relationships with our customers and vendors has allowed us to grow to where we are today.

Position Overview:

A Forklift Operator & EWP Cutter's main objective is to cut engineered wood products and operate a forklift safely while loading or unloading orders.

This position will work at the Engineered Wood Division located at 25284 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove, BC.

Principal Responsibilities:

Operating a forklift to inspect, tally & put credits away, sort timber, and check loads.
Safely cutting engineered wood products with a chainsaw with mínimal waste.
Building orders for either a rolloff drop, forklift unload, or HIAB unload at job sites.
Build loads with accuracy of all lumber grades.
Assemble and band loads together to ensure safe handling by other workers.
Adhere to safe workplace policies and procedures, along with safety standards.
Responsible for meeting productivity requirements in a safe and efficient manner.
Stock bins with designated lumber products.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Principles, theories, and practices of forklift operation.**:

- required.**:

Current forklift certification for the worksite
an asset

Ability to operate a chainsaw in a safe manner.
Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely, both written and verbal.
Run, maneuver, navigate, and operate forklift within confines of worksite.
Basic math skills and attention to detail a must.
Must have a positive attitude and able to handle difficult situations professionally.

Working Conditions:

Ability to work in all weather conditions outside (dusty, hot, cold, wet, etc.).
Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work Monday to Friday 8:00am 4:30pm and Saturdays as required.
Must be able to work overtime as required by management.

Compensation:

Full Health & Dental Benefits including vision care, life insurance, and disability insurance and the ability to participate in Country Lumber's RRSP Match Program upon successful completion of 3month probationary period.
Educational Assistance Program to support your evolving career needs.
Semi-Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus.
Employee appreciation events such as BBQ's, catered lunches, and food trucks
Employee Assistance Program.
Casual Dress.
Competitive pay rates based on related experience.

Thank you for considering Country Lumber

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: