Technician - Sawmill

Technician

The Baillie Group is a cohesive, unified group of hardwood producers working cooperatively together with each retaining their distinctive and valued cultural identities. We are seeking a technician to join our maintenance and saw filing team in West Point, VA. This position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and sharpening saws and related equipment to ensure efficient and safe mill operation. The ideal candidate will have experience with guided saw systems and general sawmill maintenance practices.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect, maintain, and repair roundsaws and other mill cutting tools.
• Perform routine maintenance on guided gangsaws, guided edgers, and chipping heads.
• Conduct guide maintenance, ensuring proper alignment and performance.
• Maintain and service gang, edger, and chipping head assemblies for optimal cutting efficiency.
• Oversee saw lubrication system maintenance to prevent wear and ensure smooth operation.
• Replace and tension saws as needed to meet production standards.
• Work closely with the maintenance team and production supervisors to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a filer, saw technician, or saw maintenance specialist in a sawmill or hardwood manufacturing environment preferred.
• Familiarity with guided saw systems and roundsaw maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

About AHI:

American Hardwood Industries (AHI) is part of The Baillie Group, one of North America's largest hardwood lumber manufacturers. AHI provides a stable, safety-focused work environment with opportunities for career growth and skill development. By submitting this application, I certify that all information on this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, should this application contain any false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or, if I have already been hired, my employment with the Company may be terminated, regardless of when the false or misleading information is discovered."