Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator
Prince George, BC
Full-Time Employment

Reference Number: NWT-BC-PG-166-211125

NorthWest Wood Treaters LP, a wood treating plant, operating as Doman Treating is part of the Doman Treating Division, which is under the Doman Building Materials Group Ltd.

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Forklift Operator is responsible for efficiently and accurately assembling products for orders, loading and unloading production equipment and trucks as necessary.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

• Loads and unloads lumber safely and promptly on and off delivery trucks.
• Accurately, efficiently, and safely picks and assembles customer orders for staging.
• Set up lumber for wrapping.
• Assists in general labour tasks as required.
• Maintains a clean and organized yard.
• Adheres to all work safety rules and regulations.
• Adheres to customer service commitments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Certification is required on a counterbalance forklift.
• Minimum one (1) year experience is required.
• Experience working in a lumber mill or lumber yard is desirable.
• Must have own steel-toed boots.
• Must be familiar with pulling and staging orders.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds or 23 kilograms.
• Bending, lifting, and reaching during the course of the shift.
• First Aid Certificate is an asset.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

  EMPLOYMENT STATUS

• Permanent Full-Time
• Unionized environment

 EDUCATION

• High school graduation preferred
• Background in Forestry, Wood Processing is an asset

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $22.66/hr as per Collective Agreement
• Health Benefits
• Overtime may be available
• Group RRSP
• Option to purchase company stock at a discounted price

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 6:00am to 4:30pm

Note: Hours may change due to operational requirements.

Work Location: 10553 Willow Cale Forest Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 4T6

Transportation: Must have own reliable transportation. The site is not located on a bus route.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

Doman does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and select candidates.

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations

are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview

will be contacted.