Summary Logging Machinery Operator in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a logging machinery operator. The following information is applicable to all Logging machinery operators (NOC 83110).
Description
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.
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Requirements
Post-secondary or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$35.00/hour
Median wage in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region
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Jobs
2 jobs
advertised in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region
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Competencies
- Operation and Control
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Control Testing
- Preventative Maintenance
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