Log Scaler

North Fork Lumber Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% Guaranteed match

Discretionary Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Medical and Dental coverage

Life Insurance

CalOre Life Flight membership

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

North Fork Lumber Company is looking for an experienced Log Scaler to join their log yard team in California. This role involves scaling and grading logs in accordance with official rules and performing additional tasks in the log yard.

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience, be proficient in various wood types, and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include 401K matching, paid vacation, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of log scaling experience required.
• Proficient in identifying and scaling of various wood types.
• Ability to use inventory control software.

Responsibilities

• Scale and grade logs using official scaling rules.
• Determine gross and net board feet of logs.
• Interact professionally with regulatory agencies.

Skills

Log scaling experience

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in scaling computers

Multi-tasking in fast-paced environment

Job description

Job Description

At North Fork Lumber Company, we are committed to a safe and prosperous future for our team members and community. Delivering a quality product for our customers On Grade, On Size and On Time.

North Fork Lumber has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Log Scaler to Join our log yard team. This new position will provide assistance to Trinity River Lumber Company, Schmidbauer Lumber Company, and North Fork Lumber Company’s Log Scaling team and will be based at North Fork Lumber Company’s site in Korbel California.

Essential Functions

• Scaling and grading by utilizing the official log scaling rules for Scribner Short Log Decimal C.
• Determine gross and net board feet of logs presented.
• Professionally interact with regulatory agencies and mutual business professionals.
• Represent the company in a professional and positive manner.
• Assist in the log yard other tasks such as remanufacturing logs & operating water truck.
• Assist the Timber Manager and Log Yard Supervisor with other projects as needed.

The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 3 years of log scaling experience and is proficient in identifying and scaling of Douglas fir, western hemlock, grand fir, white fir, redwood, pine, and cedar. Additionally, the successful candidate must have the ability to use customized inventory control software, similar software programs, keyboarding and have knowledge of scaling computers. Candidates must have the ability to set priorities, meet goals and objectives, have a positive demeanor and the ability to lead and/or function within a team. Candidate must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent communication skills and the ability to be organized and self-motivated.

If you are qualified and would like to apply, please send a resume and cover letter referencing this position to: [e-mail].

Benefits

• 401K with 4% Guaranteed match
• Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical and Dental coverage
• Life Insurance
• CalOre Life Flight membership
• Discounted gym membership