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Freeman Lumber is in one of the oldest family-run sawmill businesses in North America. The Freeman family has operated mills in Greenfield, Nova Scotia since 1830. The company’s multi-generational commitment to sustainable progress has resulted in the company being one of the most modern, flexible, and efficient lumber producers in Eastern Canada. Freeman Lumber is ISO 9001 certified and demonstrates their intense focus on product quality and workplace safety.
Our employees are central to the success of Freeman Lumber. Together we continue to build a company that is competitive, profitable, and environmentally sustainable. Our employees work in a culture that values safety first and rewards hard work. Freeman Lumber offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, inclusive team environment with opportunity for career growth.
Current Employment Opportunities
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Forklift Loader Driver
We are currently looking for a Loader Operator to join our Freeman Lumber Team. This role reports directly to the Dry-end Superintendent/Chief Power Engineer and will be operating and maintaining a fork-loader, while moving and organizing lumber and other wood products on a regular basis.
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Industrial Welder
Do you enjoy hands-on challenges, where you can focus on a particular task, to get the job done and keep our equipment running? Do you want to be part of the team of one of the most modern, flexible, and efficient lumber producers in Eastern Canada? It’s time to grow your career with us. What are you waiting for?
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Industrial Mechanic
Do you enjoy hands-on challenges, where you can focus on a particular task, to get the job done and keep our equipment running? Do you want to be part of the team of one of the most modern, flexible, and efficient lumber producers in Eastern Canada? It’s time to grow your career with us. What are you waiting for?
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Electrical Lead
We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Lead to join our Freeman Lumber Electrical Team. This role reports directly to the Electrical Supervisor and will be responsible for assisting the Electrical Supervisor in managing the day to day activities of the Electrical department as well as repairs and maintenance of the electrical, controls and optimization systems including:
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4th Class Power Engineer
We are currently looking for a full-time 4th Class Power Engineer to join our Freeman Lumber Team. This role reports directly to the Chief Power Engineer and will be responsible for the 2 boilers and 14 dry kilns on site. Other duties and responsibilities include:
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Mobile Equipment Mechanic
We are currently looking for a full-time Mobile Equipment Mechanic to join our Freeman Lumber Maintenance Team. This role reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and will be responsible for repairs and maintenance of our mobile equipment, including:
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Industrial Electrician
We are currently looking for a full time Electrician to join our Freeman Lumber Electrical Team. This role reports directly to the Electrical Supervisor and will be responsible for repairs and maintenance of the electrical, controls and optimization systems, including:
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Electrical Technician
We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Technician to join our Freeman Lumber Electrical Team. This role reports directly to the Plant Engineer and will be responsible for repairs and maintenance of production equipment, including:
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General Labourer
We are currently looking for a full-time Sawmill General Labourer to join our Freeman Lumber Production Team. This position is an entry level position in the sawmill. This role reports directly to the Production Supervisor and will be responsible for: