84110 economic 2025-2027
Thompson - Okanagan Very Limited
Canada Limited
Chain saw and skidder operators in Thompson - Okanagan
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$27.00
/hr
Typical
$34.00
/hr
Experienced
$38.00
/hr
Average: $33.09/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Very limited for chain saw and skidder operators (NOC 84110) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
Here are some key facts about chain saw and skidder operators in the Thompson - Okanagan region:
- Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Chain saw and skidder operators mainly work in the following sectors:
- Forestry and logging (NAICS 113, 114, 1153): 79%