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Loader Operator

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What they do

A Logging Worker or Supervisor harvests forest trees to provide lumber for building or consumer products. Cuts down and trim trees, cuts logs, and inspects and drags lumber to loading areas for shipment by truck.

$45,036 / year median in Georgia

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Loader Operator Shift:
Day Shift Responsibilities:
Communicates effectively with delivery drivers to ensure proper unloading procedures are safely executed Perform and record daily maintenance of loaders which includes lubrication, fueling and cleaning machines. Communicate to maintenance any areas where the loader isn't operating properly. Identify and mark materials, products and samples, following instructions. Operate wheel loader in a safe manner by understanding levers and controls. Load materials into machines or onto conveyors ensuring safety procedures are followed. Transfer materials and products to and from areas around the mill according to delivery timeframes. Tag or stamp, measure and record measurements for shipment to ensure conformance to customer requirements. Evaluate log characteristics and determine grades, using established criteria. Identify logs of substandard or special grade so they can be transferred for other processing. Work to provide sufficient raw materials/logs to the mill for operations. Communicate with coworkers by using signals to direct log movement. Keep the wood yard graded as needed to ensure efficient operations. Assist to ensure all wood meets BTC wood quality standards and specifications including visual and physical inspections. Be able to lift 50 pounds. Follow all operational safety standards. Understand how to visually inspect logs at a fast pace. Loading rail cars and containers Load and unload wood Inspect product load for accuracy.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
Up to $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Experience:
heavy duty equipment: 3 years (Required) continuous work : 4 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person