General Employee Information 

Company history

Capital Salvage as a scrap yard has been here since the 1950’s. In the late 1980’s Sylwester and Saul Dimant started scrapping in the Dimant family garage to help support their young families. 

In 1992, an opportunity came along when Capital Salvage was being sold by the previous owners. The humble Dimant family went all-in and bought the business. Decades passed, grinding it out from one lot and a tiny scale, in a very rough and gritty neighbourhood. For most of our history, we have had only 1 to 3 family members on staff and 1 to 2 others. 

With the unfortunate passing of the original husband and wife duo, Saul and Rosalie, Dov and Jen have stepped into their shoes. First Dov on his own, and much later, Jen. With the changing face of the neighbourhood, and our dedication to excellent, honest service, word has spread about the best kept secret in Vancouver’s metal recycling scene. Capital Salvage has grown and expanded into two lots, and a staff nearing 15 people! We strive to continue improving, growing our business and serving our community through innovation and steadfast dedication to our core values. 


Learning about scrap: what we do and do not do:

A great place to start is at our website: www.capitalsalvage.ca

This site gives a great overview and feel for the company and what we do!


Our Hours

Monday to Friday  8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Saturday 8:00 am - 4:45 pm

Sunday  9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Statutory Holidays  10:00 am - 4:00 pm

December 24 & 31   9:00 am to 1:00 pm

CLOSED January 1, July 1, December 25


Nearby places to eat

Across Powell Street

Princeton Pub - good value soup and sandwich lunch special!

McDonald’s 

Doner, Kebab - huge portions, delicious food, vegetarian options

Husky gas station

Scandilicious (across Victoria - can be pricey and long waits)

JJ Bean 


Available at the complex at Lakewood and Powell:

Subway

Dominos

Dundas eat and drink (Vietnamese fusion - yummy and friendly staff)


Smoking Policy

We are not permitted to have any lit cigarettes in the yard. There are many propane tanks and flammable gasses used and stored. You may have to ask customers to step out or put out if you see them smoking in the yard. When staff are smoking, we ask that you go past the first electrical pole away from the entrance or exit gates, and keep your butts clean!

Full list of required information (disregard any you have already provided)

Please email the following to admin@capitalsalvage.ca or hand in at the office within 3 days of your first shift

  • void cheque or banking info for direct deposit

  • driver’s abstract (for driving positions)

  • Forklift certification (if applicable)

  • Driver’s license (front and back)

  • SIN card

  • Tax forms (copies will be provided to you)

  • Emergency contact

  • Ensure your email, phone number, and address provided in your application are up to date, or provide current info

  • Criminal record check (up to 2 weeks after first shift. Submit your receipt to cashier for reimbursement.)

  • Health services card (if applying for benefits)


Pay ($$$)

Pay periods run from Thursday to Wednesday with pay the following Friday - that’s pay by direct deposit EVERY Friday

Look out for an email from “Wave”. Once you setup your account, you will be able to see all of your pay stubs, tax forms, vacation allowance, etc anywhere, anytime from this website.

For any payroll related questions, please contact Jen at admin@capitalsalvage.ca. You can also text or call Monday to Friday during business hours, at 778.838.6933, if there is a more urgent concern!


Scheduling: When I Work 

We use an app/website called “When I Work” (WIW). You can download the app or just use the site. The app can be set to remind you for upcoming shifts, allows you to directly message any coworker, apply for shift swaps, set your availability, request vacation, etc. We publish schedules at least 6 weeks in advance and they can be seen on WIW. For helpful how to’s you can check out https://help.wheniwork.com/ht_kb_applies_to/employees/ or just ask and we’d be happy to give you a crash course!

For any schedule related questions, you can email Regina@capitalsalvage.ca, or message her through the app!

Your punch in number for our punch clock will be provided on your first day.


MSP coverage and Extended health benefits

We offer the above to full time employees in good standing once probation is passed. 

If you are eligible, and interested in signing up, more information can be found later in this brochure.