Hard Skills
IntermediateIndustrial Machinery OperationThe ability to operate and monitor chip reclaim systems, including conveyors, loaders, and screw reclaimers, to ensure the continuous flow of wood chips.
AdvancedLockout/Tagout (LOTO) ProceduresThe strict adherence to safety protocols for de-energizing machinery during maintenance and clearing jams to prevent accidental startup.
BasicRoutine Preventive MaintenancePerforming basic inspections, greasing, and minor adjustments to reclaim equipment to prevent mechanical failure.
IntermediateMaterial Quality InspectionMonitoring wood chip characteristics such as size distribution, moisture content, and the presence of contaminants or debris.
IntermediateOperational TroubleshootingIdentifying and diagnosing the root causes of mechanical malfunctions or material flow interruptions in the reclaim system.