Hard Skills
IntermediateWood Product GradingThe ability to inspect and categorize cedar shakes or shingles based on grain quality, thickness, and presence of defects according to industry standards.
EntryPackaging and StrappingOperating manual or semi-automated banding and strapping equipment to secure wood bundles for transport.
IntermediateOccupational Health and Safety (OHS) ComplianceFollowing safety protocols related to heavy lifting, machinery operation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) in a wood mill environment.
EntryMachine Feeding and Off-bearingLoading raw wood materials into processing machines and removing finished products from conveyors or discharge chutes.
EntryManual DexterityThe coordination of small muscle movements in the hands and fingers to quickly sort and manipulate wood pieces at high speeds.
IntermediateWaste MinimizationIdentifying salvageable wood pieces during the packing process to maximize material yield and reduce scrap.