Job Description:

• 1) Tends machine that sprays stain preservative on finished lumber to retard decay and excessive weathering: Empties drums of stain into storage tank and turns valve to combine water with stain at specified ratio.

• 2) Turns valve to pump staining solution into spray units, and turns dial to adjust spray on lumber passing on conveyor.

• 3) Examines lumber to determine amount of solution being applied, and adjusts spray units to ensure adequate coverage while preventing excessive waste.

• 4) Opens valves to switch to alternate tank when solution level is low.

• 5) Cleans equipment and work area, using airhose, water hoses, and other cleaning aids.

• 6) Records amount of stain preservative used.