Other Wood Processing Inspectors and Graders Specific Skills

Measure wood products to ensure conformance to specifications; Grade and label wood products according to quality standards

Lumber Graders Specific Skills

Tally lumber; Stamp lumber to indicate grade, wood type, moisture level and other characteristics; Sort lumber for further drying, trimming or remanufacturing; Measure lumber to ensure specified thickness, length and width; Examine lumber visually for knots, holes, splits and other defects; Classify and sort lumber according to industry standards

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods

Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation

Work Site Environment Noisy; Dusty; Hot; Cold/refrigerated

Own Tools/Equipment

Safety equipment/gear; Steel-toed safety boots; Safety glasses/goggles; Gloves; Ear plugs

Work Setting Sawmill; Planing mill

Additional Skills

Maintain and complete inspection and grading reports

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education Completion of high school

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Lumber Grader Certificate

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English