Job Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring that utility poles meet Koppers quality standards and customer specifications.  Must have the ability to work well with others, pay attention to detail, work in a safe manner, and be willing to work overtime when needed. Normal work hours for this job are Monday – Friday from 8 am to 5:00 pm with a meal break. The hours may be adjusted due to production requirements. Since this work is performed outdoors, inclement weather may impact the work schedules as well.  

• Operate all equipment in a safe and appropriate manner 

• Handle material safely to prevent damage and breakage to product 

• Use various hand tools to position and prepare the poles 

• Use industrial drills  

• Operate chainsaws  

• Cut flat surfaces on the poles using a portable planer  

• Brand customer information into the poles  

• Perform minor maintenance on the tools and equipment to ensure proper performance 

• Place steel beams between layers of poles while being loaded into a dry kiln  

• Complete various manual labor tasks  

• Follow all safety regulations and requirements required for Zero Harm compliance 

• Follow the KUIP ISO 9001 Quality Management System, maintain role competency, and supervisors/managers must ensure team competency, documented training, and process compliance.

• Other work-related duties as required 

Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements 

• High school diploma or equivalent required 

• Willingness to perform hands-on, physical production work  

• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind. 

• Must be able to lift 100 pounds with assistance from another person or lifting equipment.

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.