Lumber Yard Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Lumber yard workers handle receiving and transporting raw logs and sawn timber, log cutting, pre-sawing processing, and inspection at lumber yards in sawmills or wood product factories.
Description
Lumber yard workers, at lumber yards in sawmills or wood product factories, handle receiving and transporting raw logs and sawn timber, log cutting, setting into sawmilling machines, sorting and inspection after cutting, loading and unloading, etc. They use hand tools and sawmilling machines, thoroughly managing safety and quality while performing tasks. Much of the work is outdoors or semi-outdoors, requiring physical strength and endurance. Understanding wood characteristics and following efficient work sequences is important.
Future Outlook
While automation and labor-saving in wood processing advance, demand for manual work requiring skilled craftsmanship is expected to remain. Adaptation to environmentally friendly products and digitalization is required.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Lumber Yard Worker (Beginner) → Lumber Yard Worker (Intermediate) → Lumber Yard Worker (Advanced) → Group Leader → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Hand Tool Operation / Quality Inspection / Sawmill Machine Operation / Timber Handling
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking details in timber quality checks and sorting is not allowed. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Considerable physical strength and endurance are required due to continuously handling heavy timber. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | The work is routine, requiring adherence to precise procedures rather than creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly simple measurements of length and quantity; advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
- Wood Processing Skills Proficiency
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