Job Description

Hartzell Hardwoods offers an amazing opportunity for those who wish to explore their individual potential as well as contribute to a family of companies founded in 1875. Being part of this long heritage and tradition is a source of pride to our employees, families, customers and everyone else associated with our business. We have a bright future ahead of us but we need a diverse group of dedicated and talented people to help carry out our mission.

At Hartzell, we strongly believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of our continued success. We know that our employees are our biggest asset and we settle for nothing than the best.

Basic Function: Performs a variety of operations in various areas to support the operations of the lumber yard.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Stacks lumber in pile down according to species, grade and length by reading markings on board, following verbal instructions, or tag/orders.
2. Works at fast pace.
3. Assists in banding operations.
4. Assists maintenance department with painting, cleaning of machines, floors, yard work, etc.
5. Follows all safety policies and practices.

Requirements

Qualifications and Required Skills:

· Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

· Able to read a tape measure.

· Previous experience with Chain saw, bander, band cutters, and stapler are a plus

· Physical demands

· Stands 9-10 hours per day.

· Frequently lifts, 40-70% of a normal work day, material weighing 5-25 lbs.

· Occasionally, up to 15% of a normal workday, lifts material weighing over 60 lbs.

· Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions: Inside and outside conditions, cold and hot temperature changes, wet, humid, noise, vibration, hazards, fumes, odors, dust

· Physical and Visual Activities: Standing, lifting, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking, balancing, feeling, hearing.

· Must have a positive attitude.

· Tow motor license a plus