What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lumber Finishing Specialist position at BELL LUMBER & POLE COMPANY LLC?
Alamco creates world-class glulam mass timber beams and utility poles. The Lumber Finishing Specialist is a position with an opportunity to learn new skills and produce a product you can take pride in. Located in Albert Lea, MN we are only 23 mi. from Austin, 35 mi. from Owatonna and 42 mi. from Mason City.
Type of Work: This position will work in a production environment to sand, trim, drill, stain, and finish boards of lumber to create custom mass timber beams and glulam utility poles. Must be comfortable with and able to do consistent heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds on a regular basis) and able to climb, step, and stand for long periods of time. Must be willing to get dirty (we offer uniforms and safety equipment) and work in sheltered but hot & cold environments.
All employees may be trained in multiple departments and are expected to fill in (as needed) outside of their home department. Other departments include lumber storage, lumber preparation, and glue.
Starting Rate: $20.48 - $26.00 (earn more with experience)
Work Week: Monday - Friday and/or Saturdays as needed
Work Location: In person
Day Shift: 6am - 2:30pm plus overtime as needed
Job Requirements:
- Strong work ethic & reliable attendance
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Positive attitude with willingness to learn new jobs
- Good interpersonal skills demonstrating teamwork
- Ability to regularly lift up to 75lbs. and keep up with a steady work pace
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in lumber manufacturing and/or wood products
- Experience with reading blueprints and/or finish carpentry
BELL LUMBER & POLE
Over its 100 year history, Bell Lumber & Pole Co. along with its family of businesses (Bell Timber Inc, Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products) has built an incredibly strong reputation for excellence and is one of the largest producers of high-quality renewable wood poles for utility companies throughout North America and abroad. Bell has become a key partner to the expansion of our power grid to empower the move toward sustainable energy use. Bell is also a leading manufacturer of carbon positive mass timber architectural and structural beams for commercial and industrial applications. Bell Lumber and Pole is present in multiple states throughout the US and employs over 270 employees across 9 locations.
Since 1909, the Bell family has been committed to taking care of customers, the environment, and the communities in which we serve. This position is being created to help us advance our commitment to sustainable practices by optimizing our use of renewable materials while reducing the carbon footprint of our operations and that of our customer’s.
For the Bell family of companies, our mission statement is something that captures the heart of our employees at every level. We work hard so that the profit of the company is used: TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES. This mission is lived out internally through our values-driven workplace and externally through our passion for giving back and serving communities both near and far.
In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
· Health, dental, and vision insurance (with HRA and FSA)
· 401(k) with company match
· Short and long-term disability insurance
· Life insurance
· Paid holidays and generous paid time off
· Professional development opportunities
· Employee assistance and employee/community hardship programs
Bell Lumber & Pole is an equal opportunity employer.
Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 651-203-2719 or send an e-mail to HRTeam@blpole.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
For additional detail, you can read through our EEO Policy.
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Salary : $20 - $26