West Fraser is a leading forest products company in North America. Recognized for the tenth time as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, we continue to grow. Our goals are straightforward – excellence in people, responsibility in communities in which we live, challenge, and growth.
Our Hinton Pulp Division is seeking individuals to fill the following position:
DAY DUST LABOURER (TEMPORARY)
This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to our business. The main focus of these positions is to reduce the risk of dust explosions by mitigating the buildup of fugitive dust. General duties involve clean-up of wood dust, hog fuel, and chips from specific areas and equipment in the Fibre Site Services department. Work may include working at heights on ladders or scaffolds, working in tight areas, and wearing a respirator and/or dust mask.
The successful incumbent for this position must have:
- A Grade 12 Diploma from a recognized institution
- A Class 5 license or Class 5 Graduated Driver’s license, with the ability to progress to a Class 3 license
- Experience in a computerized industrial environment
- Flexible schedule, capable of working 10-hour shifts (a schedule of four days on, four days off)
- The ability to excel while working independently, or in a team environment
- The desire to work safely
- Relevant post-secondary education is considered an asset
- The desire to learn, grow, and succeed
- Embody the West Fraser traits of integrity, humility, teamwork, frugality, innovation, competitiveness, and respect
Our employees drive our success. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and advancement and are looking for someone who wants to build their career in our Company. Hinton Pulp offers a stable, rewarding career with competitive wages, an attractive benefits package, and a defined pension plan.
We are located in Hinton, Alberta, 20 minutes east of Jasper National Park, and 2½ hours west of Edmonton. Hinton, set amidst the stunning scenery of the Alberta Rockies, is a modern community of 10,000 offering terrific lifestyles for individuals and families.
Our region is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, with exciting activities from skiing, snowmobiling, camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, and ATV’s. Hinton features a full-service acute care hospital, major retail and restaurant chains, community parks and pools, educational institutions for pre-school through post-secondary. To learn more, visit the Town of Hinton Web site: www.hinton.ca.
Interested applicants should apply online by sending their resume, cover letter, and transcripts/proof of qualifications in confidence. To apply, click on our job ad at www.westfraser.com/jobs and then click “apply now” at the top of the page.
West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin or any other protected legal characteristic.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone enquiries please.