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Job Title: Log Buckerman
Division/Department: Woodlands Reports to (Title): Woodlands Operations Supervisor
Location: Whitecourt
Type of position: Contract
Shift Work Required: No
Contract Positions Available: 2
Term: 6-Months (October-March)
Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Main Function:
The main function of Log Buckerman is to assist the Woodlands Scalers with their log scaling responsibilities. The Log Buckerman will mark and buck Tree-Length coniferous and deciduous sample loads to desired lengths. When not bucking sample loads, the Log Buckerman will assist Woodlands Scalers as needed (i.e. log measurements, log quality assessments, etc.).
Areas of Responsibility:
▪ Participate in required Staff and/or Contractor Safety and/or Environmental Training consistent with Canfor expectations and standards. Conduct all activities in accordance with Canfor’s Woodlands Occupational Health & Safety Program and Forest Management System (FMS);
▪ Ensure maintenance and proper use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times (will be provided);
▪ Inspect and maintain chainsaw equipment, regular calibration of log measuring devices, and maintaining facilities according to Canfor standards;
▪ Ensure understanding of the required log lengths required for log scaling according to Canfor standards;
▪ Measure and mark Tree-Length (TL) Conifer (eg. Spruce, Pine, etc.) and Deciduous (e.g. Aspen, Poplar, etc.) sample loads according to Canfor procedures;
▪ Work with Woodlands Scalers to ensure safe bucking of Tree-Length (TL) Conifer and Deciduous sample loads while meeting production and quality objectives;
Primary Accountabilities and Estimated Percentage (%) of Time:
Area of Accountability
% Time Spent
1. Measuring & Marking Sample Loads 25%
2. Bucking Sample Loads 35%
3. Assisting Woodlands Scalers with Log Scaling 30%
4. Other (i.e. inspections, equipment maintenance, housekeeping, etc.)
10%
Education & Certificates:
▪ Maintain a valid Class 5 Drivers License;
▪ Certification in Chainsaw Operation;
▪ Standard First Aid considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:
▪ Individual must be able to work well in a team environment and able to working outside during winter conditions;
▪ Role-specific training to be provided by Canfor (on-site);
▪ Reliable and in good physical condition to meet the demands of the role. Experience in operating and maintaining a chainsaw considered assets;
