Sawyer Framing Systems

Build and cut lumber by operating saws as required.

Operate basic saw types such as pop‑up, miter, and web saws to cut planks, timbers, or boards according to work orders.

• Review work order to determine cuts to be made.
• Adjust saw for required cuts.
• Adjust speed of saw and feed rolls.
• Observe automatic feeding of lumber to saw or push end of lumber into feed rolls.
• Stack cut lumber after processing.
• Advise supervisor of dull saw blades.
• Other duties as assigned.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Oral communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively; listens and seeks clarification.
• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback; fosters a positive team spirit; puts team success above own interests.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; seeks ways to improve and promote quality; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Safety and security – Observes safety procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Language skills – Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and recognize differences; ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Mathematical skills – Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and multiply/divide with 10's and 100's; read tape measures at 1/16 inch. Reasoning ability – Apply common sense to simple one- or two‑step instructions; handle standardized situations with minimal variations. Other skills – Identify species, size, and grade of lumber.

• Required to stand and use hands and arms to handle or feel and reach with hands.
• Occasionally walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
• Regularly lift or move up to 10 lbs; frequently lift or move up to 25 lbs; occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.
• Requires close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; and outdoor weather conditions.
• Noise level is usually very loud.

Builders First Source is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

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