Job Description

Marine Officer in Training (OIT), Nakusp, British Columbia
Interfor is seeking energetic and enthusiastic team players to join our team as a Marine Officer in Training (OIT) in Nakusp, BC. Starting rate for this position is $37.61 per hour. The successful candidate will need to relocate to Nakusp, BC. This is a full-time position.
What You'll Do

• Promote a safe working environment
• Officers in training are responsible for assisting the master on various vessels as a mate during rafting operations
• Construction of boom sticks, docks, other infrastructure
• Assist the master and mates as a deckhand on a 24hr towing vessel. This includes towing, boom work, cooking, and cleaning
• Be familiar with Transport Canada, Work Safe BC and Interfor's polices, practices and regulations

• Bending, twisting, lifting and pulling

• The ability to work in all weather conditions all year around

• Member of the Canadian Merchant Service Guild

The following certificates are mandatory but can be provided for the right candidate:

• Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety (SDV-BS) - formally MED A3

• Marine Basic First Aid

• WHMIS certification

• TDG

What You Offer

• Able to swim

• Willing to work up to 14-day 12 hour shifts

• Willing to work 5-day 8 hour shifts

• Willing to work up to 14 days on a 24 hour live aboard vessel

• Willing to work overtime when required

• Able to work within a team atmosphere

• Must be physically fit, able to lift, push, pull, throw 50+ pounds

• Able to work in all weather conditions all year around

• Mechanically inclined with the ability to do minor maintenance work on vessel

• Able to work in confined spaces with crew members

• Previous experience in the lumber industry would be an asset

• Previous experience working in an industrial marine atmosphere would be an asset

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.
Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we're growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar
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.
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.
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.

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