Our Client, Durham Furniture, is looking for a General Labourer to assist in their lumber yard as a Temporary Lumber Stacker at their production facility located in the Town of Durham, ON. The role is estimated to run for six months but could be a long-term fit for the right candidate. Weekdays only (Monday to Thursday) with Fridays off and no weekends required. Wage starts at $18.86 per hour.
Why Should I Apply?
- Great Starting Wage - $18.86 for Straight Day Shift
- Monday To Thursday - 5:30 AM To 3:30 PM
- No Fridays & No Weekends Required
- FT Wages Paid Weekly
- Great Opportunity to Build Production Experience
- Friendly Team Environment
- No Experience Necessary
About The Role
The Temporary Lumber Stacker will assist the yard team with the stacking and delivery of wood for the production facility. The lumber is delivered via a conveyor system to the team and the materials are then transferred by hand to a cart for transportation. Lumber ranges are between 6’ to 16’ long, 4” to 12” wide, and 1”to 1.5” deep. Tasks required include:
- Lifting/Sliding Lumber from the Conveyor to Delivery Carts
- Flipping Lumber to Inspect Quality
- Standing for Long Periods of Time
- Using Team Lifts for Materials Above 50 Lbs.
- Indoor Environment with Some Exposure to Outdoors
- Pushing Loaded Carts Outside for Transfer to Production Facility
- Other Tasks as Assigned
What Is Required?
- Able to Perform Range of Repetitive Motions (Bending, Twisting, Etc.)
- Handle Weight Up to 50 lbs.
- Handle Team Lifts Upwards of 110 Lbs.
- Able to Stand for Extended Periods
- CSA Approved Footwear Required (All Other PPE Provided)
- Ability to Work Outdoors for Short Periods
About Durham Furniture
Durham Furniture has been making solid wood furniture of the highest quality and enduring value since 1899. All their furniture is made from sustainably harvested solid wood at their plant location in the Town of Durham, ON. Their products include traditional, transitional, and contemporary designs and are sold by fine furniture dealers across North America.
- Family Run Organization Employing Upwards of 150 Employees
- Focus on Environmental Sustainability & Ethical Production
- Finished Products Featured in Locations Across North America
This role would be a great fit for anyone with production, material handling, factory, construction, general labour or customer service experience.
To apply, please send your resume via this posting. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The Agency is an equal opportunity employer and confirms that the posting above is for an existing vacancy. The Agency also confirms that they do not use AI in their candidate screening, assessment, or selection process.
Pay: $18.86 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Durham, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
