Timber Mill Operator

What You Bring

Required skills, abilities and attributes

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment setup, knife and blade changes, and mechanical adjustments; ability to recognize equipment performance issues and report maintenance needs
• Prior experience in a sawmill, manufacturing, lumber yard, warehouse, or construction environment, as asset.
• Experience with equipment maintenance tasks such as greasing, cleaning, blade changes, and basic mechanical adjustments, is an asset
• Comfortable using hand and power tools including wrenches, drills, grease guns, and related tools
• Strong literacy and communication skills, including reading, writing, listening, and verbal comprehension
• Familiarity with dimensional lumber specifications and lumber types, an asset
• Ability to recognize and size lumber using numerical measurements
• Forklift certification is an asset (training available if not yet certified)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail
• Professional and respectful with co-workers and supervisors
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a positive, team-oriented workplace
• Physically capable of performing the essential duties of the role, including regular lifting of up to 80 lbs
• Why You’ll Love Working with Us: We know the value of hard work, and we make sure it’s rewarded in ways that matter, both on the job and at home:
• No regularly scheduled weekend shifts - Enjoy your time off with a reliable Monday to Friday schedule
• Standard daytime hours – Predictable work hours that support a balanced lifestyle
• Enjoy work-life balance - Muskoka Lumber stores are closed on most (if not all) statutory holidays, giving you more time for family, rest, and personal pursuits.
• Holiday break - We close our stores over the Christmas season so you can spend time with family. Use your vacation days with no formal request needed.
• Staff discounts - Save on building materials and supplies with exclusive employee pricing
• Health & wellness benefits - Including comprehensive dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Supportive team culture - Friendly coworkers, hands-on training, and a leadership team that listens
• Room to grow - We love to promote from within and support you as your skills evolve
• Staff events & engagement activities - BBQs, team lunches, seasonal celebrations, giveaways and more to keep work fun and connected
• Regular wage reviews - We conduct routine pay assessments to ensure your compensation stays fair and competitive
• Apply to this opportunity by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16th, 2026, with your cover letter and resume via our website. At Muskoka Lumber people are confident in the quality ingrained in everything we do , and our commitment to this standard is reflected by the fairness and integrity of our hiring process. As an Equal Opportunity Employer , a member of our team personally reviews every application - with minimal AI input - to ensure a transparent and thoughtful selection process. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and provide accommodations upon request to support an inclusive recruitment process . For assistance, contact careers@muskokalumber.ca or 705-380-3791 . This job posting will be retained for three years per Ontario employment regulations.