Scaler (Chilco)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Scaler is responsible for measuring and assessing the quality and quantity of logs for the processing of payment and inventory.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules regulations and JSAs.
• Follow safety protocols and report hazards to ensure a safe work environment.
• Accurately measure logs assess quality and grade following state board scaling criteria and company standards
• Maintain accurate records of measurements and assessments.
• Communicate quality defects to supervisor and resource team
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Participate in inventory management and reporting activities.
• Provide training and guidance to junior scaling personnel as needed.
• Duties may vary by location

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Idaho Log Scaling Certificate required.
• Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with scaling equipment and measurement techniques.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test post-offer pre-employment physical and background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in log scaling Logyard operation or forestry

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Production

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift reach with hands and arms stoop squat bend at the waist kneel walk varying distance and climb stairs.

• Bend at waist frequent
• Twist upper body frequent
• Stoop occasional
• Lift above waist height frequent depending on machine center
• Lift over 50 lbs. frequent depending on machine center
• Repetitive use of hands constant
• Stand/walk constant
• Sit occasional
• Vision near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery mobile equipment emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements loud conditions airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age genetic information family medical history or any other status protected by law.