Logging Machinery Operators

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What do Logging Machinery Operators do?

Logging machinery operators operate cable yarding systems, mechanical harvesters and forwarders and mechanical tree processors and loaders to fell, yard and process trees at logging sites. They are employed by logging companies and contractors.

How to become: Logging Machinery Operators

Completion of secondary school may be required.

On-the-job training from three to 16 months is provided, depending on the complexity of machinery operated and the type of woodlands operation.

Experience requirements vary depending on the complexity of machinery operated.

Mechanical harvester and forwarder operators may require logging experience as a chain saw and skidder operator.

Feller buncher operators and cable yarder operators usually require three to five years of logging experience.

Mechanical tree processor and loader operators usually require one to three years of logging experience.

Certification as a heavy equipment operator may be required.

Company certification for mobile logging machinery operation may be required.

Provincial air brake certification may be required in British Columbia, depending on the type of equipment operated.

Workplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS) and St. John's first aid certification may be required.

Knowledge of tree harvesting regulations is required.

Where to study for a career as: Logging Machinery Operators

Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Mechanical Technician - CNC Diploma
Mechanical Technician - General Machinist Diploma
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Canadore College
North Bay, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Mechanical Technician - Machinist Diploma
Mechanical Techniques - Machinist Diploma
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Sheridan
Oakville, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Mechanical Technician -- CNC & Precision Machining Diploma
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Modified on April 07, 2022

How much do Logging Machinery Operators make?

Low:
$38,397
Average:
$56,160
High:
$72,800

Job openings for Logging Machinery Operators

Job Seekers:
4,000
Job Openings:
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