LaRoche Tree Service, Inc.

Sawmill Utility Operator

Bellaire, OH

Full-time

About This Job

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position works under the direct supervision of the Sawmill Production Supervisor. As the Sawmill Utility Operator, you will operate, monitor, and control automated lumbermill equipment to saw timber logs into rough lumber; saw, trim, and plane rough lumber into dressed lumber of various sizes.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

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Operate front-end loaders, stationary deck cranes, forklifts, & log loaders to feed logs into the sawmill

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Examine logs and rough timber to determine size, condition, quality and other characteristics to decide best lumber cuts

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Partner with maintenance in troubleshooting process and equipment issues; and ensure necessary work is performed in a safe and effective manner.

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Start conveyor system to move logs and lumber to and from saws.

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Set up and adjust saw equipment and replace blades or bands using wrenches, gauges and other hand tools.

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Operate equipment to sort and stack lumber, move stacks to storage areas or drying kilns, and feed lumber through planers.

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Monitor movement of lumber to ensure cuts are made according to specifications.

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Clean and lubricate sawmill equipment.

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Represent the Company in an ethical and proper manner.

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Perform all duties in an independent manner with minimal direction and supervision by consistently showing ability to recognize and deal with priorities.

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Recognize and perform duties which need to be completed although not directly assigned.

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Work well, and maintain cooperative working relationships, with the managers, employees, vendors, suppliers, and customers

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Maintain the highest standards with respect to safety at all times, leading by example and ensuring the team, follows all policies, procedures, practices, and OSHA regulations.

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Consistently show ability to recognize and deal with multiple priorities; Demonstrate ability to tactfully handle stressful or difficult situations.

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Maintain a well-groomed, professional appearance appropriate for the position and within policy guidelines.

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Be dependable, report to work on time, and provide proper notification of whereabouts when absence from work is unavoidable.

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Identify and assist in the troubleshooting of processes and equipment issues.

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Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the equipment.

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Perform all other duties as requested or assigned and as business operations and conditions require.

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Other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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Background in sawmill production & maintenance with working knowledge of sawmill equipment.

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2+ years experience in sawmill operating practices.

Sawmill Utility Operator

About This Job

POSITION SUMMARY:

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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