Pole Grader

Marwood Ltd.; New Maryland Parish; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marwood Ltd invites applicants for a Pole Grader position at our Tracyville, NB site. The role focuses on inspecting and grading peeled utility poles to CSA and ANSI standards, ensuring quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

You will assess poles by species, size, condition, and defects, and collaborate with yard staff to ensure safe, efficient operations. Training will be provided to develop expertise in pole grading and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Forestry or related education asset.
• Experience grading wood products is a strong asset.
• Strong attention to detail and measurement skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Inspect peeled poles for CSA/ANSI grading compliance.
• Measure pole length, circumference, and defects.
• Determine pole class and assign grade.
• Identify poles needing trimming or rejection.
• Coordinate with yard personnel and supervisors.
• Operate chainsaw for rework or order processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Observation & measurement

Communication skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Outdoor work

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw safety training

Job description

Love working outdoors and have great attention to detail?

Join Marwood at our site in Tracyville, NB, and we'll train you to become a Pole Grader!

The Pole Grader is responsible for inspecting and grading peeled wood utility poles in accordance with applicable Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) requirements, customer specifications, and company quality standards.

This position ensures that all poles are accurately classified based on species, size, condition, and defects. The Utility Pole Grader plays a critical role in maintaining product quality, customer satisfaction, inventory accuracy, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate must possess a strong understanding of wood characteristics, utility pole grading rules, and safe yard operations or a strong desire to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect peeled utility poles for compliance with CSA and ANSI grading requirements.
• Evaluate poles for defects including:
  • Sweep and crook
  • Checks and splits
  • Knots
  • Decay and rot
  • Mechanical damage
  • Insect damage
  • Scars and cat faces
  • Excessive taper
  • Other defects affecting strength or serviceability
• Measure pole length, circumference, and evaluate defects.
• Determine pole class and assign appropriate grade.
• Identify poles requiring trimming, rework, retreatment, or rejection.
• Buck non-conforming poles to next best alternative and process orders with a chainsaw.
• Work closely with yard personnel, loaders, and supervisors.
• Direct crews assigned to measuring, drilling, tagging and building as required.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all company safety procedures and yard operation requirements.
• Conduct work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Wear required PPE and maintain situational awareness around mobile equipment.
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and incidents immediately.
• Participate in safety meetings, hazard assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forestry, wood products, natural resources, or related education considered an asset.
• Recognized course in chainsaw safety or willingness to obtain
• Experience grading wood products considered a strong asset.
• Familiarity with utility pole specifications and quality requirements preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent observation and measurement skills.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely work around loaders, forklifts, trucks, and mobile equipment.

Marwood td is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment practices. We promote employment equity in the workplace and believe that all employees should be treated fairly and with respect. We encourage underrepresented groups to apply including Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.