Coastal Log Scalers (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Bear Creek Group

  Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada

Title: Coastal Log Scaler
Reports to: Log Supervisor & PR Operations Manager
Division: Prince Rupert Sort Yard
Location: Prince Rupert, BC

Bear Creek Group is one of the largest private General Contractors in Northwest British Columbia. With our experience, size and ownership structure we have the advantage, flexibility, focus and specialization that some of our largest competitors lack.

We are currently looking for 2 full-time Coastal Log Scalers to work in the Prince Rupert area. 

The Log Scaler is responsible for estimating the marketable content of logs or pulpwood by measuring the dimensions of each log or entire loads of pulpwood, using scale stick, tape measure, or other measuring device.

Employment Responsibilities:

  • Determine the volume or quantity and classify timber
  • Perform log quality assessments.
  • Work with harvesting supervisors and logging contractors
  • Clean up work sites
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Requirements:

• Coastal Log Scaling Certificate

• Minimum Grade 12 education

• Valid BC Drivers license

• Minimum of 3 years related experience

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Strong communication skills

• Computer skills

• Strong work ethic & desire to work

• Able to complete tasks well and in a timely manner

• Able to follow all safe work and environmental procedures

• Wear appropriate PPE at all times

• Able to work with minimal direction