Utility

Axis

Utility

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Summary: Cleaning of all debris, including trash, wood chips, bark, boards and log rounds from around the plant site. Will require walking and standing for over 90% of the day with exposure to outside weather conditions. Work will be assigned throughout the week as well as the weekend as well.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities include the following, along with any others that may be assigned by the direct supervisor:

• Cleaning of debris from around the plant site.
• Pushing or pulling material from around conveyers and machinery
• Using compressed air to blow down around machine centers and work sites.
• Shoveling and/or lifting material from 5 to 30 lbs. into bins for removal.
• Walking and standing for most of the work shift not including breaks and lunch and time not being used to clean
• Required use of PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs and steel toe boots

Physical Demands of the Position:

• Standing, walking
• Using hands, requiring gloves, to touch wooden materials or tools
• Reaching, pulling, or pushing with hands and arms
• Climbing in/out of Dump Trucks requiring 3-Points of contact
• Climbing stairs when going into/out of the Sawmill
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling (on an as needed basis)
• Lifting and/or moving from 5 to 50 lbs. on an intermittent basis and lifting and/or moving from 5 to 50 lbs., as needed.

Work Environment:

• Walking past/around moving mechanical parts while going into/out of the Sawmill for Saw Changes or Clean-up
• Outdoor weather conditions including both hot and cold
• Vibration when walking around inside the Sawmill
• Loud noise level when inside Sawmill requiring use of ear plugs or muffs

At Canfor, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion and diversity as essential to our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. Therefore, we strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process where hiring decisions are based on each applicant's qualifications and experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Hiring for this position is ongoing and will be filled as required. The specific type of employment screening conducted varies depending on the role and location. These screenings may involve behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks and drug testing.

Why Canfor?
Canfor is a global leader in the manufacturing of low-carbon forest products, including lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets and green energy. We embrace innovation in our industry and provide high-quality products to global markets. With our dedicated employees, we demonstrate leading environmental practices and are committed to the communities that host our operations.

In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine with over 15 manufacturing facilities and two corporate offices. We are a leading supplier of high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine. As we continue to grow and diversify our business, we have exciting work and development opportunities to help you build a rewarding career that lasts.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes our employees’ safety, well-being and growth because they are critical to the success of our company. We provide learning opportunities that support you in developing skills and competencies at each stage of your career at Canfor. We offer competitive compensation and industry leading benefits to best support our employees and their families.

Join us today and together, we can build a sustainable future.

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