Job Description Scaler Req Id: 12898 Job Location: Dawson Creek Posting Start Date: 11/2/26 Work Setting: Onsite Job Description:

Job Purpose
To maintain the quality control of incoming logs, control the log yard and related inventory. To ensure compliance of appropriate rules and regulations by truck drivers delivering logs to LP facilities.

We’d love to meet you if… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

Ensure accurate weighing of log trucks as they arrive and as they leave.

Scale the logs in the samples

Ensure compliance with appropriate rules and regulations, ensuring drivers have appropriate licenses and certificates.

Inspect incoming logs to ensure compliance with the government and LP log quality standards; coordinate with Forest Resources when standards are not met.

Use and run the scaling software

Participate to the log yard inventory

Coordinate work with off-loaders and truck drivers to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained.

Maintain log yard in an organized manner to ensure optimum inventory capacity

Supervise the slashing of the logs to optimize the yield

Prepare daily and weekly reports.

Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Perform other duties as necessary.

What do I need to be successful?

Ability to supervise technical staff and implement research and monitoring field programs





Familiarity with provincial and federal legislation and guidelines pertaining to forest management, the conservation of biodiversity and endangered species

An understanding of forest industry business applications and the ability to develop annual budgets and track them

Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision

Ability to work well with internal and external customers and project a professional image

Ability to exercise independent judgment along with problem solving skills on a regular basis

Ability to understand and interpret policies and procedures accurately.

Attention to detail, high level of accuracy and function effectively as a team member. Provide leadership. Must be able to meet deadlines and function effectively under heavy workload

Education

High school diploma required.

Possession of appropriate Scaler's license/certificate required.

Current, valid driver's license.

Work Environment
At LP, innovation isn’t just about building materials—it’s about building up our people. We prioritize your well-being , champion community impact, and strengthen connections that make everyone’s purpose feel seen, heard, and respected.



We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers through mentorship, training, and support. Better people make a better LP.

CAREERS

Continued education assistance

Professional development resources

Clear career pathing and leadership advancement opportunities

CONNECTIONS

A strong commitment to inclusion and belonging

Recognition and rewards through our internal appreciation programs

Support for work-life balance through flexible schedules, generous paid leave, and a hybrid work environment for corporate team members

WELL-BEING

An award-winning safety program

Competitive health and wellness benefits

Retirement plan matching, profit sharing, and bonus opportunities at all levels

PURPOSE

Group volunteer opportunities

Financial support for local charities and educational institutions

Fostering future talent through school partnerships, career fairs, and community engagement initiatives

Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in building what truly matters.
ABOUT LP
We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.

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