Posted 29 days ago
Saw Filer
@ Downie Timber Ltd & Selkirk Cedar
Revelstoke, British Columbia
Overview
Downie Timber Ltd., part of the Gorman Group, is hiring a full-time Saw Filer in Revelstoke, British Columbia, to maintain the mill's saws on its maintenance team. The work covers sharpening, soldering or welding saw tips, tensioning, babbitting guides and replacing dull or damaged saws, under the Head Filer. The posting states a rate of $51.245 per hour and requires flexible shifts and reliable transportation.
Pay:
$51.25 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Sharpen, solder/weld, tension and dispose of saws
- Cast babbitt for saw guides and replace dull or damaged saws
- Maintain saws to WorkSafeBC standards
- Perform preventive maintenance on saw shop and sawmill machinery
- Report equipment malfunctions and safety hazards
Requirements summary:
- 2nd or 3rd year Benchman preferred
- Knowledge of sawmill and planer operations
- Knowledge of babbitted guides and IMW guide dressers
- Excellent safety and attendance record
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable transportation and flexibility with shifts
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Downie Timber Ltd & Selkirk Cedar
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Downie Timber Ltd. and Selkirk Cedar are family owned and operated mill located in Revelstoke, British Columbia.
Full company description
At Downie Timber and Selkirk Cedar, we produce a wide variety of finished cedar products. Western Red Cedar, is without question, natures most beautiful wood. In addition to offering a deeply textured grain and incredibly warm colour, cedar is both durable and dimensionally stable. As well, Western Red Cedars natural oils resist insects and decay.
- LinkedIn followers
- 398
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 40
- Reported office locations
- 1621 Mill St, Revelstoke, British Columbia V0E, CA
- Business categories
- Natural Resources
- Wood Processing
- Forestry
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Downie Timber Ltd & Selkirk Cedar
- Downie Timber & Selkirk Cedar
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
At Downie Timber and Selkirk Cedar, we produce a wide variety of finished cedar products. Western Red Cedar, is without question, natures most beautiful wood. In addition to offering a deeply textured grain and incredibly warm colour, cedar is both durable and dimensionally stable. As well, Western Red Cedars natural oils resist insects and decay.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Revelstoke, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 3 |
| View page |
Downie Timber Ltd., part of the Gorman Group of Companies, is a forest harvesting and lumber manufacturing company located in Revelstoke, British Columbia.
Revelstoke BC, an attractive, historic mountain community located along the TransCanada highway halfway between Calgary AB and Vancouver BC. adjacent to 2 national parks and is known for its world class skiing. This resource-rich area is also well known for its year-round outdoor recreation activities, and quality schools.
We are currently accepting applications for a Saw Filer to join our maintenance team. Reporting to the Head Filer, you will be required to safely perform quality work within the scope of the saw filing trade.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sharpen, solder/weld tips, tension, and dispose of saws. Cast babbitt for saw guides, maintain certain saw unit functions, and change out dull or damaged saws when required.
- Knowledge of functionality, maintenance, and alignment associated with a Circular cut off saw, 5ft, 6ft & 8ft Band Saw (vertical & horizontal), Trim Saw, Gang Saws and Edgers.
- Maintain the mill’s saws in accordance with WorkSafeBC safety standards and ensure that the mills have enough sharp saws to cut with
- Understanding of the preventative maintenance processes related to saw shop and sawmill machinery.
- Strong eye for detail regarding saw maintenance.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- To report equipment malfunctions to management
- Identify, protect, and report safety hazards to management or a member of the safety committee.
- Follow all Safe Work Procedures
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Filer
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred candidates will be a 2nd or 3rd year Benchman.
- Excellent safety and attendance record and strong work ethic.
- Knowledge and experience in sawmill and planer operations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with good communication skills.
- Knowledge of Babbitted guides IMW guide dressers.
- Physical demands require lifting of up to 50 lbs.
- Must be flexible in scheduling with ability to work various shifts as required.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Rate of Pay: $51.245 per hour
ABOUT US:
The Gorman Group of Companies is family owned and proudly made up of Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd., Canoe Forest Products, Oroville Reman and Reload, Downie Timber, Selkirk Cedar, and Lumby Pole Divisions. For over 75 years, we have been known for creating The Finest Boards and other specialty wood products. Perhaps even more, we are known for working together.
The Gorman Group is more than just a group of companies…we are a family! We value the family roots that connect us and the employees that work for us. We believe our employees are fundamental to our success as we strive to become the employer of choice through our strong family values, culture, community involvement, innovation, and constant drive for excellence.
The Gorman Group is committed to the well-being of future generations and is fully committed to responsible and sustainable forest management of the lands where our operations are conducted. Our commitment to the environment encompasses the highest levels of stewardship and welcomes accountability.
WE OFFER:
- Family supporting jobs and a safe place to build your career
- Competitive pay and exceptional benefits
- Pension plan
- Diverse work opportunities
- An open and innovative culture
- A progressive and dynamic work environment
We are more than a company…we are a community! We believe this community begins at work and with YOU!
If you possess the skills and qualifications required for this challenging position, please complete an application on our website. Applications will be accepted until October 30, 2026.
The Gorman Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce in a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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