Grade logs or estimate the marketable content or value of logs or pulpwood in sorting yards, millpond, log deck, or similar locations. Inspect logs for defects or measure logs to determine volume.

Evaluate log characteristics and determine grades, using established criteria. Identify logs of substandard or special grade so that they can be returned to shippers, regraded, recut, or transferred for other processing. Jab logs with metal ends of scale sticks, and inspect logs to ascertain characteristics or defects such as water damage, splits, knots, broken ends, rotten areas, twists, and curves. Measure felled logs or loads of pulpwood to calculate volume, weight, dimensions, and marketable value, using measuring devices and conversion tables. Record data about individual trees or load volumes into tally books or hand-held collection terminals. Weigh log trucks before and after unloading, and record load weights and supplier identities. Communicate with coworkers by using signals to direct log movement. Drive to sawmills, wharfs, or skids to inspect logs or pulpwood. Measure log lengths and mark boles for bucking into logs, according to specifications. Paint identification marks of specified colors on logs to identify grades or species, using spray cans, or call out grades to log markers. Saw felled trees into lengths. Tend conveyor chains that move logs to and from scaling stations.

Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.

Number Facility -- The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Number Facility -- The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material -- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People -- Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information -- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. Processing Information -- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. Documenting/Recording Information -- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. Handling and Moving Objects -- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. Performing General Physical Activities -- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Making Decisions and Solving Problems -- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.