Cleanup 2nd Shift

At Collins, we are committed to building a better world. As a family-owned company founded in 1855, this begins with our commitment to land and resource stewardship on our 370 thousand acres of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forest lands. With operations in California, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, we manufacture softwood and hardwood lumber, particleboard, and hardboard siding.

Position Summary:

The Cleanup Laborer is an entry level position introducing the employee to the basic components of a sawmill.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards.


• Sweep and shovel including debris, wood pieces, broken boards, and sawdust.


• Lift, pull, and push lumber.


• Operate a full wheelbarrow to clean and haul waste materials.


• Use air to blow the floor and equipment.


• Maintain waste systems (hog/chipper/conveyors) by identifying clogs and clearing clogged waste.


• Use hand and power tools such as a circular saw and/or chainsaw to break up materials for removal.


• Learn to operate the steer-skid loader, tractor, and chipper.


• Perform additional duties as required by supervisor.


• On-site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities.

Position Requirements: Must meet position requirements to be considered a candidate for this position.

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.


• Knowledge and ability to operate hand tools and a chain saw and other power tools preferred.


• Ability to follow all company, state and federal safety rules when performing required job duties.


• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screening.

Environmental Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and variable temperature and weather conditions. 

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

Individuals must be willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Positions may require additional PPE at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, foot protection, a face shield, and a respirator.

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