Yoder Operator
(Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)
Full Time
Klamath Falls, Oregon, United States
OUR COMPANY
Green Diamond Resource Company is a fifth-generation, family-owned forest products company. With headquarters in Seattle, we own and manage forests in California, Oregon and Washington and produce redwood and Douglas-fir lumber. We manage our lands in an environmentally responsible manner and are third party certified as sustainable and productive working forests.
POSITION PURPOSE
Operate a Yarding Machine safely and efficiently. Yard logs from setting to landing safely and efficiently. Must be willing to assist in wire rope splicing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (other duties may be assigned)
The following is a list of general job responsibilities for the Yoder Operator position. This list is not all-inclusive and may be broadened or changed to meet changing business needs.
- Yard logs to landing
- Splice and string lines on the yarder
- Complete understanding of “whistle” sequences for extracting logs
- Drive the crew bus. Must work well with others
- Operate Yarding Machine that is equipped with Acme motorized carriage and electronic chocker’s
- Operate Yarding Machine in travel and rig-up operations
- Know and understand whistle signals
- Perform normal greasing and minor repairs and maintenance
- Maintain a regular attendance as required
- Comply with established and updated safety procedures and requirements
- Able to splice wire rope
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Minimum of 1 year “hands on” experience
- High School diploma or equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position is located in Klamath Falls, Oregon.
- Ability to climb ladders, stairs and work in tight spaced and around moving equipment, work in dark, dusty, and or high, windy environments.
- Must maintain punctual and regular attendance and present appropriate professional appearance at all times.
- Requires the use of standard safety equipment in regulation with Oregon Operations.
- This position is a Physical and Mental Requirement Classification 7.