Log Graders and Scalers
Farming, Fishing, and ForestryAI Impact Assessment
This job may see some changes due to AI, but human skills remain important.
Log Graders and Scalers with an AI automation risk score of 35%. Analysis includes 12 core tasks.
Safer Career Paths
Machine Feeders and Offbearers
12% AI Risk
Human-centered work and decision ownership.
Fallers
0% AI Risk
Human-centered work and decision ownership.
Grinding
0% AI Risk
Human-centered work and decision ownership.
Key Tasks
Arrange for hauling of logs to appropriate mill sites.
Evaluate log characteristics and determine grades
Record data about individual trees or load volumes into tally books or hand-held collection terminals.
Measure felled logs or loads of pulpwood to calculate volume
Paint identification marks of specified colors on logs to identify grades or species
Jab logs with metal ends of scale sticks
Identify logs of substandard or special grade so that they can be returned to shippers
Weigh log trucks before and after unloading
Upskilling Courses
Data Sources
Analysis based on O*NET data