General Labourer
Job in
Cranbrook / East Kootenay, BC, V1C, Canada
Listed on 2026-10-03
Listing for:
Doman Building Materials Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-03
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Factory Work, General Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Full-Time Position
Cranbrook, BC
As a general labourer, you will work in various areas of the post, rail, and chipping operations for Kootenay Wood Preservers, a division of Doman Building Materials.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strict adherence to all health and safety requirements including regular attendance at safety meetings
Perform housekeeping duties in work area to ensure a safe and clean work environment
Cutting, measuring, sorting and stacking wood products
Manually feed machines in the peeling and chipping process of wood products
Inspect and measure wood pieces to mark for cuts and to verify the accuracy of cuts
Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications
Inspect wood products for imperfections and remove as required
Count, sort, and stack finished wood pieces
Guide wood pieces against saws and operate automatic feeding devices to guide cuts
Dispose of trash and waste materials as required
Requirements of the Job
Able to accurately count and identify various lumber products
Good hand eye coordination and ability to maintain concentration and focus for long periods
Ability to work safely around moving machinery
Able to lift up to 50 pounds or 23 kilograms
Bending, lifting, and reaching during course of shift
Must be able to speak, read, and write English
Must be able to wear hand, eye and ear protection as required
Because the work can be hazardous, teamwork and alertness by all workers will help to keep conditions safer for everyone
Experience working in wood processing or lumber yard is desirable
Must have own steel-toed boots
Working Conditions at the Job Site
Must be able to tolerate working in outdoor conditions year round
Work site will be hot in the summer and can be extremely cold during the winter
Workers will need strength and stamina to stand, bend and lift on a daily basis
Work site can often be noisy and dusty
May work around machinery with blades or other hazards
Education
High school graduation or equivalent
Employment Status and Hours of Work
Full-Time
10 hour shifts, Monday through Thursday 6am-4:30pm
$23/hr
Must be flexible to accommodate operational and scheduling requirements
Occasional overtime and/or weekend work may be required
Work Location
Lumberton, BC, is located southwest of Cranbrook (approximately 10 to 15-minute drive from Cranbrook)
Candidates will need their own transportation to travel to and from the work site.
This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization.
Applicants must belegally 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.
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