Job Summary
The Logger is responsible for safely handling logging equipment to harvest desired trees using the following equipment: skidder, loader, PPE, chainsaw, and various small tools (hatchet, screwdriver/socket combo, etc.). Works under immediate supervision; relies on specific direction and instructions.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities
- Cut down, delimbs, and bucks (desired log lengths) trees with hand-held power chain saws
- Drag logs to the landing area using a skidder
- Separate logs by species and type of wood
- Drive skidder or loader to repair skid trails
- Grade logs according to characteristics such as knot size and straightness
- Inspect equipment for safety before using it and do necessary basic maintenance tasks
- Keep logging site free of trash (pop bottles, food containers, oil jugs etc.)
- Be definitive of property lines
- Daily checking of fluid levels in skidder
- Check Air Filter on skidder weekly
- Grease all fittings weekly
- Keep skidder free of debris
- Make sure all tops or brush is off crop fields
- Be aware of the guidelines set by the seller as to keep lanes open or not
Qualifications
- Knowledge on chainsaw safety and maintenance
- Knowledge on proper cutting technique (open face boring)
- Knowledge on the 5 step tree falling plan
- Knowledge on operation of heavy equipment
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What We Do
UFP Industries is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries – UFP Packaging, UFP Construction and UFP Retail Solutions – manufacture, distribute and sell a wide variety of products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging and industrial applications. Founded in 1955, the company has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
