The Role
Operate chainsaws and cutting equipment to trim and size engineered lumber (LVL, PSL, LSL) to customer specifications, follow cutting lists, inspect and maintain saws, stage and label material, assist with loading/unloading trucks, maintain yard organization, follow safety procedures and PPE requirements, and communicate with Yard Foreman and Sales for timely order completion. Shift work Monday–Friday 2:30pm–11:00pm with occasional overtime.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Lumberman
Location: Ganahl Lumber – Lakewood, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Ganahl Lumber is California’s oldest lumberyard, serving professional builders and craftsmen since 1884. We pride ourselves on hard work, craftsmanship, and the spirit of family ownership. Our people are the backbone of our success — men and women who take pride in their work, look out for one another, and serve our customers with integrity.Position Summary
We are looking for a dependable and safety-minded Lumberman to join our Lakewood yard team. This position is responsible for cutting engineered lumber products (LVL, PSL, LSL, and other specialty beams) to customer specifications using chainsaws and related equipment. The ideal candidate has experience in a lumberyard or construction setting and understands the importance of accuracy, safety, and teamwork. This is a full time, Monday thru Friday job from 2:30pm to 11:00pm with some occasional overtime work required. Duties include, but are not limited to the following primary duties: Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate chainsaws and other cutting equipment to trim and size engineered lumber products.
- Follow detailed cutting lists and customer specifications accurately.
- Inspect and maintain saws, blades, and equipment daily for safe operation.
- Organize, stage, and label cut material for delivery or pickup.
- Assist in loading and unloading trucks and maintaining yard organization.
- Follow all Ganahl Lumber safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Communicate with the Yard Foreman and Sales Team to ensure accuracy and timely completion of orders.
- Prior experience using chainsaws or similar cutting tools in a yard or construction environment preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
- Ability to lift and move heavy lumber (up to 75 lbs).
- Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, measurements, and diagrams.
- Basic math skills and measurement accuracy (fractions, decimals, etc.).
- Outdoor yard environment — exposure to weather, noise, and dust.
- Requires use of PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
- Competitive hourly wage with overtime opportunities.
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program) – become a company owner.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Career growth within a 140-year-old, family-owned company.
Apply in person at our Lakewood location or online at ganahllumber.com/careers
Skills Required
- Prior experience using chainsaws or similar cutting tools in a yard or construction environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices
- Ability to lift and move heavy lumber (up to 75 lbs)
- Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, measurements, and diagrams
- Basic math skills and measurement accuracy (fractions, decimals, etc.)
- Ability to use and comply with PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe boots
- Availability to work the posted shift (Mon–Fri 2:30pm–11:00pm) and occasional overtime
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The Company
What We Do
Since 1884, Ganahl Lumber has been a family- and employee-owned business providing top quality building supplies and hardware for professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts alike. As the oldest lumberyard in California, they provide a comprehensive range of products, including lumber, tools, paint, millwork, doors, and windows, serving customers throughout Southern California.
