Atlantic Mine, MI · On-site
$13.50 - $16.75/hr
About Northern Hardwoods Northern Hardwoods is an integrated hardwoods products company that manages the entire forest-to-products process, from harvesting timber to the production of hardwood lumber ...
Atlantic Mine, MI · On-site
$13.50 - $16.75/hr
About Northern Hardwoods Northern Hardwoods is an integrated hardwoods products company that manages the entire forest-to-products process, from harvesting timber to the production of hardwood lumber ...
To thrive in Timber Harvesting, you need physical stamina, a basic understanding of forestry operations, mechanical aptitude, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with chainsaws, feller bunchers, skidders, and safety certifications such as OSHA or CPR is often required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable communication skills are key soft skills for success in this physically demanding and team-oriented field. Mastery of these abilities ensures safe, efficient, and sustainable timber extraction while adhering to environmental and regulatory standards.
Timber Harvesting professionals typically work outdoors in various weather conditions, often in remote or forested locations, and are routinely engaged in physically demanding activities like cutting, loading, and transporting logs. Daily tasks include operating heavy machinery, maintaining equipment, assessing timber quality, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Teamwork is essential, as harvesters coordinate with foresters, truck drivers, and crew supervisors to complete jobs efficiently. The schedule may involve early mornings and long hours, especially during peak harvest seasons. Applicants should be prepared for hands-on, collaborative work in a dynamic and sometimes challenging environment.
A Timber Harvesting job involves cutting, processing, and transporting trees for commercial use while following environmental and safety regulations. Workers use specialized equipment such as chainsaws, skidders, and harvesters to fell trees and prepare them for transport. The job may include tasks like assessing forest conditions, selecting trees for harvest, and ensuring sustainability practices. Timber harvesters often work outdoors in physically demanding conditions and may collaborate with forestry professionals, landowners, and logging companies.
$13.50 - $16.75/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 19 days ago
Northern Hardwoods in Atlantic Mine, Michigan is hiring General Laborers. We offer a Sign on Bonus, Monthly Production Bonus, Competitive Wage, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, 4% 401K Company Match, Vacation and Holidays.
About the Role
Responsible for providing efficient, effective assistance in the stacking of lumber packs and dropping bins.
Essential Function / Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School or equivalent
Experience: None
Please see the attached job description for more details.
About Northern Hardwoods
Northern Hardwoods is an integrated hardwoods products company that manages the entire forest-to-products process, from harvesting timber to the production of hardwood lumber, pulpwood, and veneer logs in a State-Of-The-Art Hardwood Sawmill. Northern Hardwoods prides itself on its one-of-a-kind white hard maple. The company has capabilities to Surface 2 Sides (S2S) all its products, along with Straight Line Rip One Edge and Rip to Width. Northern Hardwoods specializes in slow drying pre-dry and kiln operation, sustainable forest management, and ripped to width lumber strips. Please visit our website www.northernhardwoods.com to learn more about the company.
Northern Hardwoods is a portfolio organization of the J.M. Longyear family of companies. Headquartered in Marquette, Michigan, J.M. Longyear is a privately held asset-based manager with 150 years of experience growing long-term value. Longyear's interests span a vast spectrum of markets that include forestry and land management, mining & metals, hardwood products, manufacturing, real estate, and medical device products. Please visit www.jmlongyear.com for more information.