What is a sawmill and what is lumber?

A sawmill is a highly specialized facility that processes responsibly sourced trees into lumber. We use lumber for everything, from artwork to construction, to so many things in between. Typically speaking, trees that are processed to become lumber are grown in managed forests that are harvested for this specific purpose, much like a crop of corn being grown for feed. There is a lot more than one might imagine that goes into what happens once those trees are removed.

From logs to lumber - a closer look at the process

What sort of people work in a sawmill?

All sorts of people work in a sawmill. From accountants to engineers to foresters, the possibilities are endless at the many sawmills located throughout the Southeast United States. Many sawmills train their employees from the ground up and like to hire from within for higher-level positions.

To get a job at a sawmill you must be at least 18 years old and pass a drug test.

Sawmill employees talk about their jobs in these virtual reality videos.

What is it like to work at a sawmill?

Sawmills have lots of heavy equipment that quickly and efficiently turns logs into lumber. There’s always something going on at a sawmill so it’s hard to get bored. It’s hard work but it’s also very rewarding. Sawmills are located throughout the Southeast U.S. and are hiring today.

How do I get a job at a sawmill?

Find a sawmill near you and apply! Sawmills are always hiring in all sorts of positions.