sawing machine operator - sawmill

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Dusty

Work setting

• Sawmill

Tasks

• Examine logs and rough lumber to decide best lumber cuts
• Saw, trim and plane rough lumber into dressed lumber of various sizes
• Saw or split shingles and shakes
• Start conveyor system to move logs and lumber to and from saws
• Monitor logs and lumber movement to ensure cuts are made according to specifications
• Set up and adjust saw equipment
• Replace blades or bands
• Clean and lubricate sawmill equipment

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Gloves
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 hours per week