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Chainsaw Crew Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Crew Member - Albany

Albany, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Crew Member - Brainerd

Brainerd, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Crew Member - Avon

Avon, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Crew Member - Richmond

Richmond, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Crew Member - Windom

Windom, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Perform trail maintenance duties including working in a two-to-four-person crew completing tasks such as operation of appropriate small and large equipment (chipper, brush hog, mower, chainsaw, etc ...

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Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

Crew Member - Moorhead

Dilworth, MN · On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup. * Stump ... Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties. * Represent ...

$16 - $17/hr

Lean-tos, Cabins & Trails Crew Member Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Staff Department: Forestry ... Experience using numerous landscaping and construction hand tools. (Chainsaw experience is not ...

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How much do chainsaw crew jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for chainsaw crew in the United States is $21.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chainsaw crew?

Chainsaw crews are teams of trained professionals who use chainsaws to cut, remove, or clear trees, brush, and other vegetation. They are often employed in forestry, wildfire prevention, storm cleanup, and land management projects. Members of a chainsaw crew are skilled in safely operating chainsaws and other equipment, following strict safety protocols to minimize risk. Their work is physically demanding and requires knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices for land stewardship.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chainsaw crew member?

To thrive as a Chainsaw Crew member, you need solid knowledge of forestry safety protocols, experience in operating chainsaws, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with equipment like protective gear (PPE), chainsaw maintenance tools, and sometimes certifications such as OSHA or S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaws are typically required. Attention to detail, strong teamwork, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital for ensuring safe, efficient, and effective operations in hazardous environments.

What are some typical safety protocols that chainsaw crew members must follow during daily operations?

Chainsaw Crew members are required to adhere to strict safety protocols each day, including wearing personal protective equipment such as helmets, eye and ear protection, gloves, chainsaw chaps, and steel-toe boots. Before starting work, crew members participate in safety briefings and conduct equipment checks to ensure saws and tools are functioning properly. Throughout the day, they maintain clear communication with team members, establish safe work zones, and remain alert to environmental hazards like falling branches or unstable terrain. Following these procedures helps minimize risk and ensures a safe work environment for everyone involved.

What is the difference between Chainsaw Crew vs Tree Trimmer?

AspectChainsaw CrewTree Trimmer
CertificationsOSHA safety training, chainsaw operationClimbing certification, safety training
Work EnvironmentForests, construction sites, utility linesResidential and commercial trees, urban areas
Job TasksFelling, cutting, clearingPruning, trimming, shaping

Both roles involve working with trees and require safety certifications. A Chainsaw Crew typically handles felling and clearing large trees in outdoor or utility settings, while a Tree Trimmer focuses on pruning and shaping trees in urban or residential areas. The roles overlap in safety training and chainsaw use but differ in specific tasks and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Chainsaw Crew job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, and 19% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,261 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Crew Member - Barnesville

Carr's Tree Service

Barnesville, MN • On-site

$18 - $26/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Carr's Tree Service rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 38 rated gardening and landscaping


Job description

Build a career-not just a paycheck.
Enjoy hands-on outdoor work and a clear path for advancement at Carr's Tree Service. Grow with a company that values hard work, safety, and teamwork.
Whether you're just starting your career or have experience in tree care, equipment operation, or related fields, we'd like to hear from you!
Primary Responsibilities of a Crew:
Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
  • Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
  • Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.
  • Identify and communicate potential job site hazards to crew leadership.

Tree Care Operations
  • Tree pruning, trimming, and removal operations.
  • Ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup.
  • Stump grinding and debris removal.
  • Emergency tree services such as storm damage response.

Climbing & Rigging Support
  • Assist climbers and arborists with rigging systems and aerial operations.
  • Staging of equipment and materials for safe and efficient tree work.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Safely operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws, pole saws, wood chippers, and brush mowers (based on training and experience).
  • Inspect equipment daily and report mechanical or safety concerns to crew leadership.
  • Maintain tools and equipment in clean, working condition.

Customer & Public Interaction
  • Interact professionally with property owners, municipal officials, and the public.
  • Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties.
  • Represent Carr's Tree Service with professionalism and respect at all times.

Teamwork & Development
  • Work cooperatively with crew members and leadership to complete jobs efficiently.
  • Willingly learn new skills and accept coaching and feedback.
  • Contribute to a positive, productive team environment.

Who we are:
At Carr's Tree Service, our mission is to provide safe and reliable tree services to our utility, residential, and government clients by combining teamwork, professional arboricultural practices, and an excellent customer experience at competitive prices. We strive to be the premier tree service company in the upper Midwest with unmatched values and ethics.
Employee Benefits:
  • Competitive wages based on experience
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Path to Advancement Program
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match

Crew Member Qualifications:
Required
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (as determined by insurance).
  • Ability to obtain a DOT medical card.
  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with the team in English.
  • Reliable, safety-oriented, and able to work well within a team.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and work in all weather conditions.

Desired
  • CDL Class A license.
  • MN Pesticide Spray License Class A-J.
  • EHAP (line voltage recognition) training.
  • ISA Certification or ability to obtain.
  • Degree in Forestry or a related field.

Physical Requirements:
  • Lift, carry, push, pull, and drag up to 80 lbs.
  • Stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Work at heights up to 60 feet.
  • Work near or under energized power lines.
  • Perform physically demanding tasks in temperatures ranging from 90°F to -25°F.
  • Work in adverse weather conditions and environments.
  • Safely operate vehicles and equipment in accordance with DOT, OSHA, ANSI, and manufacturer regulations.

Carr's Tree Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment. Carr's Tree Service does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of their race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

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