Planer Technician/Millwright Certified Industrial Mechanic/Millwright

Planer Technician/Millwright Certified Industrial Mechanic/Millwright, Castlegar, British Columbia

Interfor is seeking skilled, dependable and safety-minded team players to join our team as a Planer Technician/Millwright Certified Industrial Mechanic/Millwright in our Castlegar BC division. Starting wage for this position with a Millwright Red Seal Certification is $50.117 per hour.

What You’ll Do

• Observe planer machine operation and adjust controls to ensure highest quality and production standards.
• Perform routine/preventative maintenance on all planer machine equipment.
• Maintain planer cutter heads and knives.
• Operate in a safe and productive manner to prevent injuries.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in and around the work area.
• Perform machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance of Planermill and Kilns equipment. 
• Install machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings, using hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools.
  
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance.  required.
• Work in conjunction with maintenance and operations personnel to maximize machine center performance and improvements. 
  

What You Offer

• The ideal candidate will have several years experience in an automated lumber manufacturing environment working as a Planer Technician with strong mechanical experience, preferably Gilbert planers.
• Minimum of 3 years as a Journeyman millwright is an asset.
• Comprehensive understanding and ability to troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Commitment to safe work performance and work environment, without compromise.
• Recognize problems problems and have them corrected immediately.
• Open-minded and positive in dealing with change and new ways of doing things.
  
• Able to communicate effectively with your team and other departments.
  
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

What We Offer

Interfor provides local stability and opportunity. We help bring out the best in all our people by offering long-term, competitive jobs supported by training, continued development and great benefits.

• Balance of apprenticeship training
  
• Clean and safe work environment
  
• Working with world class technology and automated lumber production systems
  
• Highly competitive pay & benefits well positioned in the market
  
• Market leading pension plan
  
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  
• Life and AD&D Insurance
  
• Extended Medical and Dental
  
• Paid Vacation
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Training & Career Development Opportunities

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.

Life in The West Kootenays

Living and working in the West Kootenays offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town sense of community. Castlegar is nestled at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia rivers, and well known for its stunning landscapes, mountains, forests, lakes, and rivers. The region has endless physical activities including several major ski resorts, numerous golf courses, endless hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing and motorcycle riding opportunities just outside your front door. With mild winters and hot summers, whether you are into craft brew pubs, wineries, hot springs, orchards, music festivals, markets or artisan shops, “Kootenay Life” is like no other place in Canada. The local area is home to over 30,000 people, boasting a regional airport, full-service hospital, accredited college with three campuses, and well-renowned primary/secondary school system.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.