Lumber Grader

Job Description

*Core responsibilities*<br />* Grading lumber<br />*Detailed job duties*<br />* Must be able to follow written and oral instructions<br />* Grade and label wood products according to quality standards<br />* Measure lumber to ensure specified thickness, length and width<br />* Examine lumber visually for knots, holes, splits and other defects<br />* Measure wood products to ensure conformance to specifications<br />* Mark defects to be repaired<br />* Sort lumber for further drying, trimming or remanufacturing<br />* Maintain and complete inspection and grading reports<br />*Skills and experience*<br />* Reliable<br />* Minimum of two years experience grading various lumbers<br />* Quality oriented, Client Focused<br />* Strong attention to detail<br />* Strong basic math skills<br />* Strong work ethics<br />* Ability to work independently and as part of a team<br />* Ability to work under tight time constraints<br />* Excellent oral communication<br />*Credentials (certificates, licenses, memberships, courses, etc.)*<br />* Lumber Grader Certificate<br />*Own Tools/Equipment*<br />* Steel-toed safety boots<br />*Transportation/Travel Information*<br />* Must have own vehicle (no public transportation close to the mill)<br />*Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities*<br />* Repetitive tasks<br />* Hand-eye co-ordination<br />* Standing for extended periods<br />* Handling heavy loads<br />* Physically demanding<br />* Manual dexterity<br />*Work Site Environment*<br />* Noisy<br />* Odours<br />* Dusty<br />Job Type: Full-time<br />Pay: $35.00-$36.65 per hour<br />Expected hours: 40 per week<br />Additional pay:<br />* Overtime pay<br />Benefits:<br />* Company pension<br />* Dental care<br />* Disability insurance<br />* Extended health care<br />* Life insurance<br />* Vision care<br />Schedule:<br />* 8 hour shift<br />* Day shift<br />* Evening shift<br />* Monday to Friday<br />* Overtime<br />Experience:<br />* grading: 2 years (required)<br />Licence/Certification:<br />* Lumber Grading Ticket (required)<br />Work Location: In person