PLC Supporting Member Weekly Update June 16, 2023
In this Issue
Supporting Membership Renewal – Please Renew by July 1!
Log A Load Golf Tournaments – Register and Sponsor Now!
Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program – Seeking intructors
ALC Annual Meeting Oct. 3-6 – Book Rooms Now!
PLC Store – Many items for sale
Safety Resources – HumpDay Video, Ergonomics!
Trucking – Latest news
Classified listings – Check them out!
Member Discounts – Many to choose from
Logging News – Latest headlines
Please Renew Your Supporting Membership for 2023-2024!
Greetings and best wishes from the Professional Logging Contractors of Maine (PLC).
July 1st is right around the corner, and it is that time of year to renew your Supporting Membership with the PLC. The work of the PLC is even more important now that inflation and challenging low grade wood markets are impacting the bottom line of every harvesting and hauling contractor in Maine.
By now you should have received the 2023-24 PLC Supporting Membership renewal packet in the mail. Membership with the PLC is from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. Please return page three of the membership renewal by July 1st, 2023, to remain Supporting Member in good standing. You may also fill out a renewal application online by clicking the button below.
The benefits of Supporting Membership continue to grow each year and increase with Enhanced and Preferred membership levels. Review the full benefits and membership options HERE.
Your continued support of the PLC means so much to this industry and our organization. Without your support, the PLC could not advocate for our membership, especially in times like this.
PLC members truly value their relationship with your company by purchasing your products and services on a consistent basis.
Please renew your partnership with the PLC for 2023-2024. Together, we can ensure a sustainable and thriving logging industry for years to come.
Log A Load Golf Tournaments 2023
Register and Sponsor Now!
It is time to register for the 2023 Log A Load for Maine Kids Golf Tournaments! This year, the tournaments will be held Aug. 25 in Lovell and Sept. 15 in Lincoln. Register now to help Maine kids and have a blast doing it. Links for registration and sponsorship opportunities are below. See you at the tournaments!
Aug. 25, Kezar Lake Country Club, Lovell*
Sept. 15, JATO Highlands Golf Course, Lincoln
If you prefer to register by mail, print and fill out the registration form on the pdfs below:
Southern Tournament Info and Registration Form-2023
Northern Tournament Info and Registration Form – 2023
*Seeking raffle and auction prizes LEARN MORE
MLOFT Program Seeks Instructors!
The PLC’s Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program, (MLOFT) an expanded version of our highly successful logging operations certificate program that will now include Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training, is still actively recruiting instructors for the 2023 class. Instructors are needed from July 10-October 20.
The program is seeking center mount, feller buncher, crane, and mechanic operators for these positions. Each instructor will be hired for 15 weeks total (60 hours a week for 10 weeks, 40 hours a week for 5 weeks.) The pay rate is $23 an hour. Pickup provided to get to and from the job site. For instructors not living in the Old Town area, room and board will be provided.
These positions are a great short-term opportunity for employees that might be impacted by reduced harvesting operations for the summer but could come back to their company in the fall, or for recently retired operators looking to share their knowledge with the next generation.
If you or anyone you know is interested in this opportunity, contact Donald Burr immediately at 207-356-1541 or safety@maineloggers.com to learn more!
ALC Annual Meeting 2023 in Maine!
Reserve Rooms Now!
Save the Date for the 2023 American Loggers Council Conference and Membership Meeting at the Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine October 3-6!
American Loggers Council President and long-time PLC Board Member Andy Irish and his wife Kathy look forward to hosting timber industry representatives for the peak “Leaf Peeping” season. More details will be coming soon!
For guests who would like to reserve a room online CLICK HERE
For guests who would like to call to book their reservation lease call 800-207-2365 and refer to Group Code 86B5IN
PLC Online Store
Looking for great PLC items and apparel? Gifts? First Aid packs, safety items and more? You will find them at the new PLC Online Store on our web site. Ordering is easy.
CHECK IT OUT HERE
Safety Resources
Featured HumpDay Safety Video – Ergonomics
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CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens certification: Did you know your employees are required to have this training every two years? If your employees need this training in 2023, contact Jessica at Jessica@maineloggers.com or 207-688-8195 and the PLC will schedule training in your area. THIS TRAINING IS FREE TO MEMBERS!
Trucking
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Potential sale of Irving Oil could have costly effects on Maine
MAINE (WABI) – Canada’s largest oil refinery, Irving Oil, may be up for sale. Canadian gas analyst Dan McTeague says the announcement should cause major concern for consumers in the northeast and here in Maine.
DOT Publishes Drug Testing Rule
U.S. Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 05/02/2023 08:53 AM EDT
On May 2, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) published a final rule that, among other items, authorizes employers to use oral fluid drug testing as an alternative testing methodology to urine drug testing. The final rule also:
- harmonizes with pertinent section of the HHS oral fluid Mandatory Guidelines,
- clarifies certain Part 40 provisions that cover urine drug testing procedures,
- removes provisions that are no longer necessary,
- adds eight new definitions, clarifying language to definitions and web links, and
- updates provisions to address issues that have risen in recent years.
To learn more about this final rule, view the rule at https://www.transportation.gov/odapc/frpubs.
Logging News
Predatory beetles unleashed to fight tree-killing invasive insect in Brunswick
The hemlock woolly adelgid, which attacks hemlock trees, has been spreading up Maine’s coast and farther inland.
Member Discounts
TRUCKING DISCOUNTS THROUGH THE ALC!
PLC Members, because the PLC is a member of the American Loggers Council YOU are entitled to special discounts on truck purchases! Click on the brand names below to learn more!
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Fabian Oil Discount
Traction Heavy Duty Special
Wallingford’s Discounts
Maine Trailer Discounts
PLC Members get a 5% discount on culverts purchased at Treeline and Frank Martin & Sons
Hale Trailer discounts for PLC Members on new trailer purchases! Call Neal at 207-232-7969 for details!
Cross Arena Discounts for PLC!
Classifieds
PLC Classified Section
Check out the equipment and job opportunities our members have listed at the LOGGING ZONE! If you have equipment for sale, are looking to buy, are looking for employees, or
Preferred Supporting Members
Enhanced Supporting Members
