Timber Finisher

**About WA Enterprises Ltd.**

Western Archrib is the leading manufacturer of glued laminated timber for the construction industry. With over 70 years of experience, we provide unparalleled expertise, knowledge, and an innovative approach to every client’s project. We are a single source provider of design, engineering and production of complex, custom mass timber solutions. We are known throughout the construction industry for our integrity, passion, and flawless execution from initial budget to project completion.

**The Opportunity**

Western Archrib is currently looking for an experienced Timber Finisher at our Edmonton east facility.

Valuable assets to this position will include experience in wood working, measuring, cutting, shape, and operate various types of power tools. We will provide job specific training onsite.

**Duties** will include but not limited to:

- Operate a variety of woodworking power tools
- Troubleshoot quality control defects in wood beams and repair as required
- Maintain quality control, safety standards and safe work practices
- Application of laminated wood sealer and other finishing chemicals
- Use of overhead cranes on single and multiple crane lifts
- Wrapping and unwrapping beams for shipments and rework as required
- All finishing duties are performed indoors

**Requirements**:

- Standard CSA approved Steel toed boots are required, we will provide safety glasses, hearing protection, work gloves, and reflective vests.
- Hand/power tool safety
- Attention to detail, good organizational and communication skills

**Work Schedule**
- Flexibility to work on an afternoon schedule will be considered an asset to this role
- Overtime may be required dependent on production requirements

**Wages/Benefits**
- Wages will range from $21-$23hr based on level of experience.
- Afternoon positions receive a shift premium.
- Wages will be evaluated and increased with more training, competency, and progression towards a tool operator and potential Framer with the company.
- RRSP program with employer contribution after 1 year of service.
- After 180 days of employment, workers will be eligible for sick days based on the pro-rated number of days left in the calendar year.
- Vacation pay accumulates each pay period. Accumulated vacation can be paid out at the request of the employee.

Joey Rawdah

Health & Safety Coordinator/HR Designate

Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Do you have your own vehicle?
- Do you currently live in the Edmonton area?
- Do you have experience working in timber framing?

Work Location: In person