Stella-Jones

Stella-Jones

Manufacturer of pressure-treated wood products for utilities, industrial, and residential markets.

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General Labourer

Brand, frame, inspect, and prepare utility pole products for treatment

Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
Full Time
Junior (1-3 years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite

About the Role

The General Labourer role involves branding, framing, inspecting, and preparing products for treatment within a unionized environment. The position requires safe operation of equipment, adherence to OHSA standards, and the ability to work independently while handling various tasks such as cleaning work areas and performing additional duties as assigned. The employee must be flexible regarding work assignments and capable of performing tasks without causing damage to product or equipment. • Inspect product for compliance to standards • Modify product length or surface using chainsaw • Brand and tag product to specifications • Re‑classify product as required and accurately record re‑classifications • Operate company equipment safely and responsibly • Clean up the work area • Follow OHSA workplace health and safety standards

Key Responsibilities

  • inspection
  • chainsaw
  • branding
  • reclassification
  • equipment
  • safety

What You Bring

• Grade 12 or equivalent • Proficient in English • Forklift experience (asset) • Minimum one year of related experience • Power‑tool experience (chainsaw, drill, etc.) • Effective interpersonal and communication skills • Strong attention to detail • Knowledge of utility pole and customer standards (asset) • Time and stress management abilities • Ability to perform tasks without damaging product or equipment • Work independently and adapt to changing assignments • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions • Basic math skills

Requirements

  • grade 12
  • forklift
  • power‑tools
  • utility standards
  • communication
  • attention

Benefits

• Extended health and dental coverage • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage • Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage • Retirement program (RRSP) with generous company match • Company Share Purchase Program with contribution match • Career advancement opportunities

Work Environment

Onsite

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