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ASHBY LUMBER CO INC

Lumber Cycle Counter

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Stock the Store * Assist the warehouse team WHAT YOU BRING: * Strong communication and people ... Ashby Lumber is a fun and exciting place to work! Some of us joined just yesterday and some of us ...

RP LUMBER

Lumber Yard Associate

Cameron, MO · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Princeton, IL · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Mount Vernon, IL · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Monmouth, IL · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Mattoon, IL · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Troy, MO · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Location: Troy, MO This position is for Part-Time employment Summary of Position A Yard ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Harrisonville, MO · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

P. Lumber Location: Harrisonville, MO Summary of Position A Yard Associate is responsible for ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Edwardsville, IL · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Oconomowoc, WI · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

RP Lumber

Lumber Yard Associate

Cameron, MO · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Lumber Co. customer receives prompt and courteous service while ensuring a culture of safety ... Accurately build loads and prepare materials for delivery before delivery takes place. * Assist ...

Bolster Hardware

Lumber Yard Worker

Cookeville, TN · On-site

The Lumber Yard Worker and Driver is responsible for providing excellent customer service while ... Operate forklift with proper training and certification. * Assist in creating a positive ...

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What is a lumber assistant?

Lumber assistants are workers who help with the handling, processing, and transportation of lumber in sawmills, lumberyards, or construction sites. Their duties often include sorting, stacking, and loading wood, assisting with machinery, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. They play a crucial role in ensuring that lumber is prepared and delivered efficiently for further processing or sale. Lumber assistants may also help in measuring and cutting wood according to specifications. The job typically requires physical strength, attention to safety, and the ability to work as part of a team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lumber assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lumber Assistant, you typically need basic knowledge of lumber types, safe material handling, and physical stamina, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, forklifts, and hand tools is commonly required, and OSHA safety certifications can be advantageous. Strong teamwork, communication skills, and attention to detail help you effectively support operations and maintain a safe work environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring efficient workflow, minimizing errors, and promoting workplace safety in a physically demanding setting.

What are some common challenges faced by lumber assistants during busy seasons, and how can they be managed?

Lumber Assistants often experience increased workloads during peak construction periods, which can lead to tight timelines and the need to handle larger volumes of materials. Managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, attention to safety protocols, and effective communication with team members. Staying proactive by preparing materials in advance and collaborating closely with supervisors can help ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely.

What is the difference between Lumber Assistant vs Lumber Yard Worker?

AspectLumber AssistantLumber Yard Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require basic safety trainingHigh school diploma; safety certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentIndoor and outdoor lumber yard settings, assisting with inventory and customer serviceOutdoor lumber yard, handling loading, unloading, and stocking lumber
Job DutiesAssisting with inventory, customer support, and basic equipment operationLoading/unloading lumber, maintaining yard organization, operating forklifts

Both roles involve working in lumber yards with similar safety and certification requirements. The Lumber Assistant typically focuses on customer service and inventory support, while the Lumber Yard Worker emphasizes physical labor like loading and stocking lumber. Both positions are essential in the lumber industry and often overlap in work environment and skills needed.

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Infographic showing various Lumber Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

QC - Lumber Grader Inspector

Donalds, SC • On-site

Baillie Lumber Co.
Paper Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Baillie Lumber Co.external

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

The Baillie Group is a cohesive, unified group of hardwood producers working cooperatively together with each retaining their distinctive and valued cultural identities.
Clendenin Lumber Co., located in Donald's SC is looking to add a Quality Control Inspector to our team. This is a great opportunity for an individual to join our Kiln Dried Lumber operation as a Quality Control Inspector. This position is responsible for inspecting Hardwood Lumber in accordance with NHLA grading standards as well as proprietary customer requirements. Will be responsible for releasing a product that satisfies industry and customer expectations. All training will be completed in house.
Quality Control/Lumber Inspector Pay & Benefits:
  • First Shift
  • Full Time Hours
  • Overtime Hours and Pay
  • Full Plan of Benefits

Quality Control/Lumber Inspector Responsibilities:
  • Learn all general and species-specific aspect of inspecting Hardwood Lumber
  • Working along with a team of 3-4 Lumber Inspectors
  • Conduct live production audits and make records of quality findings
  • Stop production activities when product does not meet industry or customer specifications
  • Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Assist in downstream packaging requirements
  • Assist in production setup procedures
  • Assist with Yard projects as necessary
  • Strong communication skills and familiarity with working in a team-based environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Quality Control/Lumber Inspector Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in production quality inspection required
  • Must be self motivated and organized
  • Exceptional negotiation and problem solving skills
  • Ability to work with all levels of management
  • Basic computer skills a must

By submitting this application, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, should this application contain any false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or, if I have already been hired, my employment with the Company may be terminated, regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered."

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