Freeman Lumber
Published
March 26, 2026
Expires
April 26, 2026
Location
4804 Medway River Rd, Greenfield, NS, B0T 1E0
Job Type
Job Post Deadline
2026/04/27

Description

Overview
We are currently looking for a Loader Operator to join our Freeman Lumber Team. This position operates and maintains a forklift while moving and organizing lumber and other wood products regularly.
Reporting to the Dry-end Superintendent and Chief Power Engineer you will:
  • Load, unload, and move products and materials
  • Operate equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring all safety procedures and applicable codes are followed
  • Complete equipment checks and perform preventive maintenance on equipment
  • Maintain a clean work environment
  • Filling out daily maintenance records
  • Perform all other duties as assigned
Skills/Abilities:
  • Ensure compliance with safe work practices and health and safety policies and procedures
  • Work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to multi-task while working under pressure
  • Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Must be physically capable of bending, reaching, lifting and able to work in extreme environments (hot, cold, rain, snow)
  • Availability to work rotating shift work (day/evening shifts), weekends, holidays, and overtime hours
Qualifications:
  • Forklift driver or heavy equipment loader experience
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Must be qualified to work in Canada
Compensation:  Experience based starting at $25.50/hr ($24.39/hr for the probation period)
Our Total Compensation Package includes:
  • Competitive wages based on experience
  • Benefits include extended health, vision care and dental care
  • On-the-job training; additional paid training
  • Group RRSP match to a maximum of 2%
  • Group Life and Accident Insurance
  • Two (2) weeks vacation
  • Eleven (11) paid holidays
Apply:
If you are ready to grow your career in a company that prides itself on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, flexibility, and career opportunities, build your career with us at Freeman Lumber.
We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.