We are a wholesaler of building materials with Dealer Stores that specialize in hard-to-source interior and exterior home finishing products including flooring, doors, mouldings and specialty wood products. Our goal is simple - focus on our customer's needs and provide outstanding customer service. We are more than just another building supply company, and our business model is also very different. Most of our dealer locations are independently locally-owned and operated. We carry high quality, responsibly sourced products and are committed to providing outstanding value and personalized, one-on-one service to all of our customers. We are proud to have been in business 50+ years with 62 stores across Western Canada and in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This position is responsible for crating orders and the maintenance & minor repairs throughout the facility. The site covers 10 acres and includes offices, warehouses and a yard. No two days will be the same and you will interact with employees on a regular basis as you go about your tasks. You will be assigned tasks that will be worked on at your own pace after any crating tasks are completed. The role is independent and is generally inside work during winter months.
THE BENEFITS
Competitive Pay | Employee Benefits
Paid Vacation Time & Paid Sick Days
Monday - Friday | Statutory Holidays Off
Phone allowance & mileage
Employee well-being program and resources
Employee deep-discounted pricing on building materials
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct minor repairs and routine maintenance in office and warehouse
Tasks include painting, cleaning, light fixtures, wood construction, minor mechanical repairs
Run errands with use of personal vehicle to pick up small parts, tools and supplies
Operate Forklift & Scissor Lift in a safe manner
Construct customized crating for specialty product
Periodic loading sea containers with forklift following a load plan
Monitor material organization and accuracy in workspace
Ability to read & convert metric & standard (imperial) units of measure
Develop load plans for sea containers | 20' & 40' Sizes
Document PO numbers, general product description, quantity per package, weight and package dimensions on shipments
Diligently follow check-lists & procedures
Tools are provided
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12 or equivalent
Demonstrate ability to identify grades, dimensions & species of lumber & building materials
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Operation of a Sit-Down Counter Balance Forklift
Applicants with prior Building Material Supply experience will be given preference. However, applicants will professional skills from other industries will be strongly considered
Strong work ethic and self-motivated/self-directed, with an ability to work independently using sound judgment, logical reasoning skills, and intuition
Able to deal with changes, delays, or unexpected events in a professional & timely manner
Permanent resident of Canada with an active BC Driver's License is required
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to some dust, dirt and adverse weather conditions - including rain, snow, wind, sun
Required to work extended time standing & operating Fork Lift with required Safety Boots.
Windsor Plywood welcomes employees with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for employees taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Employees must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Store discount
Vision care
Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:
French not required
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
Is your vehicle able to be used for small pickups?
Describe previous construction experience.
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-02-26
Beware of fraud agents! do not pay money to get a job
MNCJobz.com will not be responsible for any payment made to a third-party. All Terms of Use are applicable.