Basic Function

Learn to grade and mark hardwood lumber applying hardwood lumber grading rules according to sorting order instruction.

Responsibilities-Training Goals

1. Make high quality hardwood lumber.
2. Mark and sort lumber according to NHLA grading rules.
3. Instruct trim saw operator and board handlers in proper manufacture, sorting and tagging of lumber.
4. Participate in maintenance when directed by supervisor

Skills

Interpersonal Skills
Oral Communication Skills
Professionalism
Technical Communication Skills
Mechanical Aptitude
Education/Training

Completion of Pike training course-On the Job

Experience

None necessary
Certifications/Licenses

Can learn and be trained/certified on the job
NHLA Lumber Grader Certification or completion of Pike Lumber inspection training course
Physical Requirements for Work Comp Light Duty
1. Be able to walk, climb, squat, stoop and twist while grading lumber.
2. Be able to flip boards using lumber rule.