Sawmill or Lumber Yard Operator, Experienced or Trainable

Salary :

$26 - 30 hourly

Company : The Professional Tree Care Company

Job Type : Full Time

Richmond, Ca

Job Description - Sawmill or Lumber Yard Operator, Experienced or Trainable

Job Title: Sawmill & Lumber Yard Operator (Experienced or Trainable)
Location: Green Waste Recycle Yard, 2550 Garden Tract Rd, Richmond, CA 94801
Schedule: Full-Time, Year-Round | Typical Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | Occasional Overtime

We’re hiring a full-time Sawmill & Lumber Yard Operator to join our hardworking crew at Green Waste
Recycle Yard. This is a hands-on, physical job that involves cutting logs into usable lumber, operating
machinery, and assisting with general yard operations. If you have experience running a sawmill; great. If you’ve worked in carpentry, woodworking, or machinery-heavy roles and are eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

Green Waste Recycle Yard is a local wood recycling facility that specializes in salvaging urban logs and transforming them into usable lumber and mulch products. We operate a full sawmill and milling operation, turning waste into high-quality materials while keeping everything out of the landfill. Our team is passionate about sustainability, craftsmanship, and giving trees a second life.

What You’ll Do:

Operate and maintain sawmill machinery to turn logs into dimensional lumber
Use forklifts, chainsaws, and a variety of tools to handle and process wood, including chop saws, skill
saws, planers, sanders, and more.
Sticker, sort, stack, and band lumber orders for drying or shipping
Assist with loading/unloading logs, lumber, and mulch
Work safely outdoors in all weather conditions
Perform routine maintenance checks and follow safety protocols

You might be a great fit if you have:

Experience running a sawmill OR strong skills in carpentry, construction, landscaping, or industrial
equipment
Comfortable working with wood and using tools/machinery like forklifts, chainsaws, measuring
equipment, chop saws, skill saws, planers, and sanders
A strong work ethic and ability to lift heavy materials (regularly up to 50 lbs., sometimes up to 100
lbs.)
A valid CA driver’s license and reliable transportation (must be within 45 minutes of Richmond, CA or
willing to relocate)
Legal work authorization in the U.S.

Bonus if you also have:

Langugae skills: Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
Familiarity with wood drying (kiln or air-drying processes)
A passion for sustainability, salvaged wood, and outdoor work

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $26–$30/hour depending on experience and fit to the position and company culture
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (50% employer-paid) 401(k) available
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
•Safety gear and equipment provided
•Opportunities for advancement, training, and overtime

Interested? Apply now and tell us about your background working with wood, machinery, or outdoor labor. If your woodworking experience was as a hobby, lease write a cover letter to explain the types of saws and tools you are familiar with. Whether you're an experienced sawyer or a skilled tradesperson ready to learn, we’re excited to hear from
you.

If you’re asked to take an online survey, please do so within three business days. Only folks who complete the survey and confirm they live within a 45-minute commute of our Richmond, CA office – or will soon be moving there - will be considered.

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