Southern Forest Products, LLC

01/23/2026

Big Stone Gap, Va.- Ronnie Dwayne Lawson, Jr., 34, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He was born in Big Stone Gap, VA and lived in Dryden, VA during his younger years. He was a 2009 graduate of Powell Valley High School. He had worked at Mulligan Flooring, VFP Building and then finally at....

01/21/2026

Please be in prayer for our employees and their families. We lost a good friend and coworker today. Southern Forest will be working limited hours the remainder of the week. Please contact our office if you have any immediate needs.

08/01/2023

SFP is looking for a class A CDL driver with a reasonable amount of experience in log, wood chips and lumber hauling for our tandem & pup/ tractor & trailer. Must have a clean driving record and able to pass a drug test. If interested please come to 4101 Kent Junction Road Appalachia, VA. 24216 to apply.

03/24/2023

Southern Forest Products is looking to hire a tandem truck driver must have Class A CDL if interested call 276-565-9355 to apply come to 4101 Kent Junction Road Appalachia, VA. 24216. After 30 days you will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Must be able to pass a drug test

02/16/2023

Southern Forest Products is hiring Lumber Stackers. After 30 days you will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Please come to 4101 Kent Junction Rd. Appalachia VA. 24216 to apply. You must be able to pass a drug test.

07/20/2022

Lumbermill is seeking a Truck Driver-Class A CDL to work an evening shift from
4PM-12AM Monday -Friday with occasional weekends. Responsibilities include hauling flooring, dust, and chips to local customers. There will be 2-3 loads to deliver each shift.

Responsibilities:
Transport lumber to and from the lumber mill to customers
Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
Collect and verify delivery instructions
Report defects, accidents, or violations

Skills:
Proven work experience as a truck driver
Minimum 1-year experience hauling with a flatbed truck
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
No recent moving or driving violations
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, etc)
Valid truck driving license Class A CDL

Compensation and Benefits:
$16.00 Per Hour starting wage with a pay increase after 30 days
Overtime is paid at time and a half for all hours worked over 40hrs
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance are available after 30 days

06/24/2022

SOUTHERN FOREST PRODUCTS, LLC
Sawmill Worker
Appalachia · Full-time

Job description

This job requires a complete set of skills with working in a Sawmill
Ability to operate equipment in the sawmill
Experience grading in a sawmill
Requires a team-player- positive attitude and good stamina
Must pass a drug screen

Pay & Benefits:
Hourly Pay - $15-$17 per hour based on experience and skill set
MON - FRI 6:30-4:30
Some SAT are required
Overtime Hours & Pay: Time and a half

Full Plan of Benefits Including health, vision, dental, and life insurance after 30 days of employment

Southern Forest Products follows all OSHA recommended guidelines and protocols to ensure your safety.
To schedule an immediate interview call 276-565-0220 or stop by the mill to apply at 4101 Kent Junction Rd Appalachia, VA 24216 MON - FRI 8-4:30.

05/25/2022

We are looking for an experienced truck driver to haul lumber to our customers in a safe and timely manner.

Responsibilities

*Transport lumber to and from the
lumber mill to customers
*Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
*Document and log work/rest periods
and miles spent driving and retain
fuel/toll receipts
*Comply with truck driving rules and
regulations (size, weight, route
designations, parking and break periods)
as well as with company policies and
procedures
*Maneuver trucks into loading or
unloading positions
*Collect and verify delivery instructions
*Report defects, accidents or violations

Skills

*Proven work experience as a truck driver
*Minimum 1-year experience with hauling
with a flatbed truck
*Ability to drive long hours and travel
regularly, no overnights
*Extensive knowledge of applicable truck
driving rules and regulations
*No recent moving or driving violations
*Adaptability and foresight to handle
unexpected situations (traffic, weather
conditions etc)
*Valid truck driving license Class A CDL

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Tandem
Driver

Salary: Percentage Based

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
Home daily
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability

Performance bonus
Trucking Driver Type: Commission Based

Company driver
Trucking Route:

Short-haul
Ability to commute/relocate:

Appalachia, VA 24216: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: One location

08/31/2020