Job Description

Licensed Log Scaler

Lumby, British Columbia

Our Log Scalers plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, quality, and value of our fibre supply. If you have between 2-5 years experience as a licensed Log Scaler, we'd like to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Licensed Log Scaler to join our White Valley Division located in Lumby, British Columbia White Valley produces the veneer used at our Armstrong Plywood facility. White Valley safely and sustainably produces 225,000 million square feet of veneer every year for customers around the world so they can build their homes and their communities.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Able to provide proof of valid scaling ticket
• Minimum 2-5 years of scaling experience, preferably in a lumber manufacturing environment.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, lumber recovery, and production efficiency
• Strong organizational, time management, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts depending on logging seasonality.
• Ability to operate a variety of mobile equipment is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Microsoft based programs is consider an asset.

We value diversity at Tolko and know experience and knowledge come in many forms so even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We’d love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

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  Measure, grade, and record log volumes and quality using approved scaling methods, tools, and technology to ensure accurate fibre valuation and inventory control.
• Ensure accuracy while stratifying and scaling to both company and Ministry standards.
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  Collaborate with operations, logging contractors, and mill personnel.
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  Communicate log quality issues, support production planning, and promote continuous improvement
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  Maintain accurate records and data entry to support reporting, billing, and operational decision‑making.
• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring work is performed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure risks are identified and mitigated.
• Live the Tolko values with an emphasis on safety, respect, progressiveness, integrity, open communication and profit.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected hourly rate for this position is $39.58 per hour and a scaler premium of $0.55 per hour.
• Competitive benefits and retirement plan come standard, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and wellbeing or your future.
• Relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• Continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• A positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers. Applications will be accepted until suitable candidates have been selected.

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About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.

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