Current Opportunities
General resumes may be forwarded to each business site, and will be retained for consideration for a period of three months.
Resumes for Prince George operations (Head Office, Fabrication Shop, and Tabor Sawmill) may be emailed to or faxed to 250-563-9371.
Resumes for our Saskatchewan operations (Big River Sawmill) may be emailed to or faxed to 250-563-9371.
Sawmill/Planer Production Employees – Big River, SK
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Located at the heart of Saskatchewan’s forest industry lies Carrier Forest Products Ltd. We are a family-owned company with a corporate culture built on hard work, ingenuity and collaboration. At the forefront of innovation, we are pioneering technological advances in one of Canada’s most stable & grounded industries.
Carrier Forest Products Ltd. is currently seeking individuals looking for for entry level positions at our Big River location.
If this appeals to you, we urge you to submit your resume for review.
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
- The ideal candidates will be hardworking individuals with a proactive attitude who are able to work all shifts including days, afternoons and Graveyard Shift.
- They are willing to always learn and embrace new concepts.
- They will have the ability to work well with others at all levels and should be motivated, self-starters.
- Prior sawmill/planer experience is preferred.
THE DUTIES:
The ideal candidates will be responsible to perform the physical duties involved with cleanup and other entry level duties in a sawmill/planer environment including, but not limited to:
- Sweeping and shoveling, walking on even and uneven surfaces, pushing a wheelbarrow and using a power saw.
- Be willing and able to run various production jobs as assigned.
- The candidate must be able to lift up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
- Preference will be given to candidates who exhibit attention to detail, a safety-conscious attitude, and impeccable attendance.
Wages are per the collective agreement.
Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@carrierforestproducts.ca or fax: 250-563-9371. We thank all those who apply, but only qualified applicants will be contacted.Woodlands Superintendent - Prince Albert, SK
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Located at the heart of Saskatchewan’s forest industry lies Carrier Forest Products Ltd. We are a family-owned company with a corporate culture built on hard work, ingenuity and collaboration. At the forefront of innovation, we are pioneering technological advances in one of Canada’s most stable and grounded industries.
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will be a self-starter with excellent organization, computer, communication, and team skills. The candidate must have proven skills related to all facets of forestry operations and field work. Field experience is a definite asset.
The following qualifications are preferred:
- A minimum of 5 years related experience
- Proficient in current technology, GIS knowledge is an asset
- Registered, or eligible for registration, with the Association of Saskatchewan Forest Professionals
- Knowledgeable in current forest legislation
- Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
THE DUTIES:
Based out of Prince Albert, SK and under the direct supervision of the Woodlands Manager, the Woodlands Superintendent is responsible for the supervision of the harvesting and field operations in Saskatchewan.
- Manage contractor safety, performance, and environmental leadership in the operations
- Plans and execute annual road, harvest and post-harvest programs
- Implements Log Quality program for Contractors
- Professional interaction with Government personnel and industry partners
- Other duties relation to operations
Quality Control Measurement Technician - Big River, SK
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Located at the heart of Saskatchewan’s forest industry lies Carrier Forest Products Ltd. We are a family-owned company with a corporate culture built on hard work, ingenuity and collaboration. At the forefront of innovation, we are pioneering technological advances in one of Canada’s most stable & grounded industries.
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
The Measurement Technician will be a detail oriented individual with a proactive attitude. They will have the ability to work well with others at all levels and should be a motivated self-starter who is comfortable working alone. This is a physical job working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
The following qualifications are preferred:
- Skilled with relevant Microsoft Suite programs (Excel, Word, Access)
- Grading Ticket (Or willing to get one)
- Minimum 6 months experience in a mill or forestry setting
- Comfortable with technology and an aptitude for computers
THE DUTIES:
- Monitors and measures the dimensions and quality attributes of board both in the sawmill and the planermill
- Helps troubleshoot any quality issues
- Conducts grade checks on finished lumber packages
- Interacts with the grade inspectors
- Maintains records and statistics related to measurement and quality issues; and analyses data
- Conducts daily chip samples
- Weekend inventory counts of lumber and logs
- Any other duties as assigned
Journeyman Electrician - Big River, SK
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Located at the heart of Saskatchewan’s forest industry lies Carrier Forest Products Ltd. We are a family-owned company with a corporate culture built on hard work, ingenuity and collaboration. At the forefront of innovation, we are pioneering technological advances in one of Canada’s most stable & grounded industries.
If this appeals to you, we urge you to submit your resume for review.
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
The Journeyman Electrician or 2nd, 3rd or 4th year apprentice will be an exceptional troubleshooter and always learn and embrace new concepts. They will have the ability to work well with others at all levels and should be a motivated, self-starter.
Education Required:
- Valid Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Red Seal electrical certification or 2nd, 3rd or 4th year apprentice.
- Valid Class 5 Drivers license.
- Training or experience working on Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) RS Logix 5000, 500, 5 and various control systems.
- Training or experience with Computers/VFD/Optimization/RMC and networking.
- Shift work, including nights or weekends.
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
- Must be dependable, efficient, professional and have a positive attitude.
THE DUTIES:
- Communicate with other departments about any production issues.
- Troubleshoot, repair and maintain all electrical systems such as but not limited to Motors, VFDs, PLCs, faulty wiring, controls and other optimization related scanning in a timely fashion.
- Use and troubleshoot Controls systems via computers, AB software and basic networking.
- Read blue prints, schematics and plans.
- Adapt to changing technologies, priorities and working conditions.
- Follow and understand the Canadian Electrical Code.
Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@carrierforestproducts.ca or fax: 306-469-2402. We thank all those who apply, but only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Clean Up / Production – Prince George, BC
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Located in the heart of British Columbia’s forestry industry lies Carrier Lumber Ltd. With a corporate culture built on hard work, Ingenuity and collaboration, we are pioneering technological advances in one of Canada’s most stable & grounded industries.
If this appeals to you, we urge you to submit your resume for review.
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
- The ideal candidates will be hardworking individuals with proactive attitudes who are able to work various shifts.
- They are willing to always learn and embrace new concepts.
- They will have the ability to work well with others at all levels and should be a motivated, self-starter.
- Prior sawmill or planermill experience is preferred.
THE DUTIES:
The ideal candidates are responsible to perform the physical duties involved with cleanup and/or production duties in both sawmill and planer environments including, but not limited to:
- Sweeping and shoveling, walking on even and uneven surfaces, pushing a wheelbarrow and using a power saw.
- The candidate must be able to lift up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
- Preference will be given to candidates who exhibit attention to detail, a safety-conscious attitude, and impeccable attendance.
Wages are $32.09 an hour as per the collective agreement.
Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@carrierlumber.ca or fax: 250-563-9371. We thank all those who apply, but only qualified applicants will be contacted.