District Supervisor – Canadian Division

PLIB has an immediate opening for the position of District Supervisor – Canadian Region.

The Canadian District Supervisor position is a unique and highly sought after career advancement opportunity for those intimately involved in the quality control of lumber or manufactured wood products. PLIB District Supervisors are highly respected as experts in their field.

As a successful District Supervisor, you will be responsible for evaluating the quality of graded, certificated and quality marked wood products including lumber, glulam, and wood packaging manufactured by PLIB’s Canadian member mills and subscribers. You will be exposed to a wide variety of important issues that impact the wood products industry and participate in the development of the quality standards that are used throughout the industry as well as educating mill personnel on these grades and standards. Through your work, you will meet and develop relationships with colleagues across North America and Europe.

PLIB’s Canadian Division serves a wide range of producers Western Canada. This position requires travel in the lower mainland and interior of British Columbia as well as some travel in Alberta.

Qualified candidates must meet the following minimum criteria to be considered:

• Possess a Canadian grading ticket issued by PLIB or a Canadian Lumber Standards Accreditation Board (CLSAB) accredited grading agency and be in good standing.
• Have thorough knowledge of NLGA Standard Grading Rules for Canadian Lumber and its interpretations.
• Reside in British Columbia or be willing to relocate to British Columbia.
• Have a valid passport or be willing to apply for a passport and be able to travel to the U.S. on occasion.
• Be physically able to lift and turn lumber.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to safely operate a vehicle.
• Be willing and able to travel away from home, sometimes overnight.

Interested candidates that meet the qualification criteria are encouraged to review the complete job description below, submit a cover letter, and resume or CV that includes job history and grading certifications.

For complete job description, please visit: Canadian District Supervisor | Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau

Starting salary range for this position is CDN $90,000 – $110,000 depending on experience and qualifications/certifications. In addition to the salary, we provide a benefits package that includes health care (medical, dental, vision), company provided RRSP contribution, life insurance, PTO/holiday pay, and company provided vehicle/reimbursement program.

PLIB is an equal opportunity employer that has proudly served the lumber industry in Canada and U.S. for 123 years (yes, you read that right, 123 years!). For more information about our company, please visit our About PLIB page.