General Laborer A general laborer dealing with lumber typically performs a variety of tasks related to the handling, processing, and transportation of lumber and other wood products. Their responsibilities may include: Loading and Unloading: General laborers often load and unload lumber from trucks, trains, or other transportation vehicles using forklifts, cranes, or by hand. Sorting and Stacking: They may sort lumber based on size, quality, or type and stack it neatly in designated areas for storage or shipment. Cutting and Trimming: Some laborers may operate saws or other cutting equipment to trim lumber to the required dimensions or to remove defects. Assisting with Machinery: They might assist skilled operators in operating machinery such as planers, sawmills, or debarkers. Maintaining Equipment: General laborers may be responsible for basic maintenance tasks on equipment and machinery, such as greasing moving parts or replacing blades.
