Summary Wood Measurer in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region
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Find key facts and figures about working as a wood measurer. The following information is applicable to all Lumber graders and other wood processing inspectors and graders (NOC 94123).

Description

Lumber graders and other wood processing inspectors and graders inspect and grade lumber, shingles, veneer, waferboard and similar wood products to identify defects, ensure conformance to company specifications and classify products according to industry standards. They are employed by sawmills, planing mills, wood treatment plants, waferboard plants and other wood processing companies.

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Requirements

High school or specific training

This occupation usually requires a secondary school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training.

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Wages

$29.33/hour

Median wage in British Columbia

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Prospects

Limited

The job prospects are limited in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region

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Jobs

1 job

advertised in the Vancouver Island and Coast Region

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Competencies

  • Quality Control Testing
  • Coordinating
  • Monitoring
  • Management of Material Resources
  • Operation and Control

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