Position Responsibilities

• Monitor data from kiln computers and from moisture probes to ensure even drying process
• Uses computer to take temperature sets, based on monitoring of data throughout the shift
• Performs moisture probes to meter moisture of lumber unit
• Raises and lowers baffles and door baffles to direct flow of air in kilns
• Works closely with Planing Mill to verify quality of wood resulting from the drying process: presence of stains, warps, lumber overdry or overwet, wood not allowed to sit too long before drying
• Safely operates forklift to load and unload lumber from kilns
• Decks lumber units as required for drying or transporting to the Planer or Shipping
• Moves lumber units from Sawmill to Dry Kilns or to Drying Yards or to Planing Mill by forklift
• Load and unload lumber units
• Transports units of lumber around lumber yard
• Greases kiln carts as needed
• Follow all company safety procedures and use safe work practices at all times

Position Requirements

• Three (3) years experience as Kiln Operator
• Ability to apply mechanical principles to practical situations using machines, hand tools, or techniques in a variety of jobs ranging from routine to complex
• Ability to operate special equipment and machines, and perform routine physical work. Load, unload and operate assorted machines
• Observe all safety rules
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High achiever who demands quality work, is efficient and constantly striving to improve processes
• Must be team oriented

Salary / Wage

$ 21.85 per hour, plus full health benefits

Resume Closing Date

Open until filled