Timber Yard Worker

A Timber Yard Worker performs a range of duties at a timber yard or timber processing facility. You might take measurements and operate processing equipment. Timber Yard Workers get timber ready for cutting and load and unload supplies as needed. You might move timber around a timber yard or get it ready for transport.

Timber Yard Workers should be safety focused and able to follow correct procedures. It’s important you can communicate well and work as part of a team. Timber Yard Workers should be physically fit and able to carry out a range of manual labour tasks including heavy lifting.

Future demand Low
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a timber yard worker?

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FWP30622

Certificate III in Timber Building Products Supply

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Timber Yard Worker
FWP30322

Certificate III in Timber and Wood Products Operations

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FWP30920

Certificate III Timber Frame or Truss Manufacture

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FWP20322

Certificate II in Timber and Wood Products Operations

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