General Labourer

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the US, the UK, and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson operates port terminals from coast to coast across Canada and exports Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds to end-use markets in over 50 countries around the globe.

We currently have opportunities for General Labourers at our Richardson Port Terminal located in North Vancouver, BC
. This is an opportunity to work at one of the most successful grain handling facilities in the world, which exports canola and cereal grains to countries along the Pacific Rim. As a General Labourer you will start in an entry level position and receive training into many of our Production positions in a heavy industrial environment.

• Heavy clean up duties such as shoveling grain spills, sweeping floors, brushing down equipment and structures, vacuuming grain residues

• Load / unload products to/from rail cars and trucks

• Participates in training of other Rail Yard duties i.e. rail car switching and locomotive operations

• Provide assistance and relief to other Production team members

• Operate equipment within defined parameters

• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be capable of lifting and stacking, 50lbs, without assistance
• Ability to work safely with limited supervision in a heavy industrial environment
• Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills
• Basic math, reasoning, and problem solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment
• A desire to be cross trained and learn about our business
• Shows a learner attitude, personal initiative and diligence
• Strong work ethic and a proven safety record
• Ability to work in conditions such as confined spaces, heights, dust, and temperature extremes
• Ability to work shift work on a rotational schedule including days, evenings, and graveyard

• First Aid and Fork lift certification
• Completion of safety courses such as confined space, WHMIS, fall area
• Industrial work, Rail Yard / Locomotive, or grain handling experience

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.