Job Description
Scaler
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Req Id: 11712
Job Location: Swan
Posting Start Date: 6/15/26
Work Environment: Onsite
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Job Description:
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Operations Coordinator, the selected candidate will be responsible for weighing log trucks, compiling log inventory, measuring cube scale samples and enforcing company/provincial log specifications. The successful candidate may work as part of the Swan Valley Forest Resource Team when the scale is closed for the season.
We’d love to meet you if...
… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment
In this position you will have the opportunity to:
Perform all duties in compliance with safety and environmental regulations
Ensure accurate weighing of log trucks as they arrive and as they leave.
Ensure compliance with provincial and company rules and regulations in the log yard
Measurement of cube samples
Inspect incoming logs to ensure compliance with LP log quality standards; coordinate with Forest Resources Division when standards are not met
Coordinate work with off-loaders and truck drivers to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained
Prepare daily and weekly reports
Maintain log yard in an organized manner to ensure optimum inventory capacity
Operate assigned equipment as needed to maintain the log yard
General cleaning and maintenance of scale, scale house and log yard
Perform other duties as necessary
What do I need to be successful?
Knowledge of LP log requirements, forest management and wood fiber supply
Knowledge of log scaling standards, government regulations, and provincial forestry utilization standards
Strong math skills and computer literacy
Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Able to work independently or in a group
Ability to operate small and heavy equipment as needed
Ability to operate a computer and supporting software
Education
Possess or be able to attain Manitoba Scaler's license
Current valid driver’s license
High school diploma or equivalency required
Post secondary education in Environmental or Natural Resources Management would be considered an asset.
Work Environment
Scale House, Log Yard and/or outdoor environment
Experience
Experience with forest industry, log scaling, work in an industrial environment, trucking or related fields.
Knowledge of scaling and heavy equipment.
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