Certified Benchperson

Certified Benchperson

Williams Lake, British Columbia

Our Certified Benchpersons are passionate about their skill and are absolutely key to our operations. Interested in further honing your skills and working with a great set of people?

Read on to learn more about joining our team!

We’re looking for a Certified Benchperson to join our redesigned, modern lumber mill located near Williams Lake, British Columbia .

Our Lakeview Division safely and sustainably produces over million board feet of lumber per year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications :

• Experience working as a Certified Benchperson with a valid Interprovincial ticket.
• Previous circular saw filing experience.
• Commitment to working safely.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to follow work processes and procedures.
• Strong communication skills .
• Ability to work independently and with a team .

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply.

We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will :

• Work with a set of tradespeople and other team members to carry out maintenance on round and band saws and troubleshooting .
• Work collaboratively across your team and with other departments .
• Use your problem-solving skills to support troubleshooting and to look for and propose new ideas to streamline processes and fine-tune equipment.
• Use your knowledge and skills to recognize opportunities for improvement and cost-savings .
• Lead with your unwavering commitment to safety to keep yourself, our operators and other employees safe.
• Use your organization and planning skills to keep on top of your work.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members .
• You’ll earn a competitive wage of $. hour to start.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans , so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment .

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko . Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over years.

Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

About Williams Lake

Located in the heart of the Cariboo Chilcotin region of British Columbia, Williams Lake has a population of over , people.

Surrounded by unspoiled nature, the town has endless outdoor activities to explore; Hiking, fishing, mountain biking, rafting, and boating, just to name a few.

Williams Lake also has a local airport that flies to various areas outside the region. The town offers a family friendly aquatic center, 3 ice rinks, recreational programs, multiple fitness centers, yoga studios, golf course, restaurants and many more amenities.

Whatever your preference, Williams Lake will have something to keep you and your family entertained all year long. to learn about the community and find out why life is better here.

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