Logging machinery operators
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.
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 3
Skill Level
NB, AB, QC
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Cable yarding system operators
- Operate machines to transport trees from logging areas to landing or log loading sites in mountainous terrain in western Canada.
- Mechanical harvester and forwarder operators
- Assess site and terrain and drive heavy equipment to perform a combination of felling, slashing, bucking, bunching and forwarding operations at logging areas.
- Mechanical tree processor and loader operators
- Operate a variety of machines which perform a combination of slashing, bucking, chipping, sorting and loading logs or trees at landing sites.
Qualifications
- checkFeller buncher operators and cable yarder operators usually require three to five years of logging experience.
- checkMechanical tree processor and loader operators usually require one to three years of logging experience.
- checkCompany certification for mobile logging machinery operation may be required.
- checkWorkplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS) and first aid certificates may be required.
- checkCompletion of secondary school may be required.
- checkMechanical harvester and forwarder operators may require logging experience as a chain saw and skidder operator.
- checkExperience requirements vary depending on the complexity of machinery operated.
- checkCertification as a heavy equipment operator may be required.
- checkProvincial air brake certification may be required in British Columbia, depending on the type of equipment operated.
- checkKnowledge of tree harvesting regulations is required.
- checkOn-the-job training from three to 16 months is provided, depending on the complexity of machinery operated and the type of woodlands operation.
Market Outlook by Province
New Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Moderate for logging machinery operators (NOC 83110) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about logging machinery operators in New Brunswick: Approximately 750 people work in this occupation. Logging machinery operators mainly work in the following sectors: Forestry and logging (NAICS 113, 1153): 94% 30% of logging machinery operators work all year, while 70% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 40 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.16% of logging machinery operators are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 28% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 45% compared to 30% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 16% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Alberta
The employment outlook will be Moderate for logging machinery operators (NOC 83110) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about logging machinery operators in Alberta: Approximately 650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Logging machinery operators mainly work in the following sectors: Forestry and logging (NAICS 113, 1153): 66%Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 6% 38% of logging machinery operators work all year, while 62% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 41 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.11% of logging machinery operators are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 95% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 5% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 44% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 39% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 13% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations bachelor's degree: n/a university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
Quebec
The employment outlook will be Moderate for logging machinery operators (NOC 83110) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about logging machinery operators in Quebec: Approximately 2,450 people work in this occupation. Logging machinery operators mainly work in the following sectors: Forestry and logging (NAICS 113, 1153): 83%Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 5% 43% of logging machinery operators work all year, while 56% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.19% of logging machinery operators are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: more than 95% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: less than 5% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 37% compared to 12% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 16% compared to 19% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 44% compared to 19% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
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Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
to oversee machinery operations to detect performance issues early and ensure timely repairs
Operation and Control
to use machinery to transport and process trees efficiently and safely
Control of Settings
to adjust machinery settings to adapt to varying conditions and achieve accurate results in logging operations
Reaction Time
to quickly respond to issues, such as equipment malfunctions or falling debris to minimize risks and reduce operational delays
Independence
to work efficiently in remote locations, make quick decisions and solve problems without constant supervision
Knowledge in Vehicle, Machinery and Equipment Operations
to operate and handle logging equipment efficiently, address issues promptly and ensure optimal performance
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