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Essel

Chainsaw Laborer

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Chainsaw Laborer Job Summary: Essel is looking for a dedicated Chainsaw Laborer to join our team ... Experience: Prior experience operating chainsaws or in a similar labor role is preferred.

Essel

Chainsaw Laborer

Savannah, GA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

In this role, you will be responsible for operating chainsaws and performing various tasks related ... Chainsaw Operation: Safely operate chainsaws to fell trees, cut limbs, and perform logging ...

Essel

Chainsaw Laborer

Savannah, GA

$15 - $18.75/hr

In this role, you will be responsible for operating chainsaws and performing various tasks related ... Chainsaw Operation: Safely operate chainsaws to fell trees, cut limbs, and perform logging ...

Essel

Chainsaw Laborer

Gainesville, FL

$14.50 - $18/hr

Chainsaw Laborer Job Summary: Essel is looking for a dedicated Chainsaw Laborer to join our team ... Experience: Prior experience operating chainsaws or in a similar labor role is preferred.

Essel

Chainsaw Laborer

Gainesville, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Chainsaw Laborer Job Summary: Essel is looking for a dedicated Chainsaw Laborer to join our team ... Experience: Prior experience operating chainsaws or in a similar labor role is preferred.

Essel

Chainsaw Laborer

Savannah, GA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

In this role, you will be responsible for operating chainsaws and performing various tasks related ... Chainsaw Operation: Safely operate chainsaws to fell trees, cut limbs, and perform logging ...

Aerotek

Outside Forklift Operator

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$18.25 - $21.50/hr

Operate a chainsaw and other saw equipment to cut lumber or materials to specified lengths ... Experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or yard environment. * Ability and ...

Capital Lumber

Forklift Operator - EWP

Salt Lake City, UT

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

Forklift Operator - EWP UT Salt Lake City - Salt Lake City, UT Overview Job Shift Day Description ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

Capital Lumber

Forklift Operator - EWP

Tacoma, WA

$20 - $22/hr

Forklift Operator - EWP WA Tacoma - Tacoma, WA 98421 Overview Salary Range $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

Capital Lumber

Forklift Operator - EWP

Sacramento, CA

$25/hr

Forklift Operator - EWP CA Sacramento - Sacramento, CA 95838 Overview Salary Range $25.00 - $25.00 ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

Capital Lumber

Forklift Operator - EWP

Donald, OR

$17.75 - $21/hr

Forklift Operator - EWP OR Donald - Donald, OR 97020 Description Although we have over 75 years of ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

CAPITAL LUMBER COMPANY

Forklift Operator - EWP

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

We are currently seeking a full-time Forklift Operator with a background in Engineered Wood ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

CAPITAL LUMBER COMPANY

Forklift Operator - EWP

Donald, OR

$17.75 - $21/hr

We are currently seeking a full-time Forklift Operator with a background in Engineered Wood ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

CAPITAL LUMBER COMPANY

Forklift Operator - EWP

Donald, OR · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

We are currently seeking a full-time Forklift Operator with a background in Engineered Wood ... Operates chainsaw to cut material as needed. Inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for chainsaw operator in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chainsaw Operator is responsible for cutting, trimming, and shaping trees or logs using a chainsaw. They work in forestry, landscaping, construction, and disaster relief, ensuring precise cuts while following safety protocols. The role requires knowledge of chainsaw maintenance, proper cutting techniques, and protective equipment usage. Operators must also assess work sites for hazards and follow environmental regulations.

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To thrive as a Chainsaw Operator, you need proficiency in handling chainsaws and other cutting equipment, a solid understanding of safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Certifications such as OSHA safety training, CPR/first aid, and specialized chainsaw operation courses are commonly required for this role. Strong attention to detail, good communication, and the ability to work independently or within a team are valuable soft skills. These qualifications and skills are critical to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate cutting operations in potentially hazardous environments.

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Chainsaw Operators often work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, or rain, and may be required to operate on uneven or challenging terrain. Safety precautions are paramount and include wearing personal protective equipment, such as helmets, eye and ear protection, heavy-duty gloves, and chainsaw chaps. Operators must follow strict safety guidelines to minimize risks related to falling branches, kickback, and equipment malfunction. Collaboration with team members like ground workers or supervisors is common to ensure clear communication and coordination during cutting operations. Adhering to these safety measures not only protects the operator but also creates a safer work environment for everyone involved.
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Emergency Response Roster - Chainsaw Site Lead

CORE Community Organized Relief Effort

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

$68K - $72K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description
Job Purpose:
CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) is a crisis response organization that brings immediate aid and recovery to underserved communities across the globe. Our mission is simple: save lives and strengthen communities impacted by or vulnerable to crisis. Wherever the crisis is and whenever people are in need, we are there. CORE's ability to impact communities is directly emboldened by each member of our staff and leadership.
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on chainsaw operator to serve as Chainsaw Lead on our Emergency Response Roster. This is a working field role - not a supervisory or contractor management position. The Chainsaw Lead is expected to personally operate a chainsaw, work directly on and inside homeowner properties, and perform technical hazardous tree and debris removal alongside the teams they lead. The Chainsaw Lead conducts damage assessments in the field, executes chainsaw and felling operations, and teaches unskilled volunteers how to work safely and effectively. Applicants who have experience solely managing contractors or overseeing job sites from a distance are not the right fit for this role. We need someone who can pick up a saw, make technical decisions in real time, and model best practices while working shoulder-to-shoulder with a team in disaster-affected communities.
Roster work is available on an as-needed basis (it is not full-time or continuous).
Emergency Roster work is available on an as-needed basis and is not full-time or continuous. Roster members may be called upon to deploy based on the specific needs arising from emergency situations, with the understanding that deployment opportunities and lengths may vary. Candidates should be prepared for rapid deployment, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to serve in various locations across the country as required.
Main Responsibilities:
Field Work
  • Personally operate a chainsaw and perform hands-on urban felling and debris removal on homeowner properties, working directly alongside staff and volunteer teams.
  • Provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting in the field - this includes physically demonstrating techniques, not directing from a distance.
  • Teach and demonstrate chainsaw operations to unskilled volunteers in real time, including urban felling, cutting techniques, routine chainsaw maintenance, rope work, and site assessment - by doing the work yourself as a model.
  • Ensure compliance with work scope and quality standards.

Community Assessments and Project Implementation:
  • Conduct on-site assessments directly at homeowner properties to evaluate chainsaw needs, tree hazards, and structural risks, and develop appropriate scope strategies in coordination with the deployment team.

Deployment and Coordination:
  • Deploy to disaster sites as an active, working member of the Emergency Response team - present at and participating in worksites, not operating remotely or from a base camp.
  • Coordinate chainsaw operations directly from the field alongside the Response team, ensuring effective and safe on-ground execution.
  • Connect with impacted individuals to provide services and collaborate with community groups to identify and address unmet needs.

Administrative and Communication Support:
  • Maintain records of work completed including tracking material usage, volunteer hours, and work performed.
  • Maintain regular contact with site leads and administrative personnel regarding humanitarian operations.
  • Communicate tasks and expectations clearly to team members to ensure compliance with project safety and quality standards.
  • Document, record, and report any incidents or near misses.

Training and Development:
  • Conduct training sessions for volunteers and staff to ensure they are well-prepared to support chainsaw operations, with an emphasis on the importance of PPE, as needed

Scope and Travel:
  • Travel to U.S based emergencies as needed
  • Called upon in with short notice for deployments of 2-10 weeks as needed.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of three years of direct, hands-on chainsaw operations experience (forestry, arborist, or urban environment). Applicants with experience limited to contractor oversight or site management will not meet this requirement.
  • S-212 certification, red-card, or proof of being a Type 2 or B Sawyer or an equivalent qualification demonstrating safe chainsaw operation (e.g., completion of comparable training, field experience under supervision, or verified mentorship).
  • Advanced first aid training is a plus.

Experience:
  • Demonstrated experience performing hands-on chainsaw, felling, and debris removal work in disaster or emergency environments - candidates must be able to personally execute the technical work, not only direct others. Experience leading teams of volunteers in the field while working alongside them.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams in high-pressure environments.
  • Excellent communication and coordination abilities, with experience working across multiple departments and teams.
  • Flexibility to deploy to various locations in response to disasters and humanitarian crises.
  • A commitment to CORE's mission and values, with a passion for making a difference in the lives of those affected by disasters.

Skills & Competencies:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong project management, leadership and organizational skills
  • Flexible and adaptive to a frequently changing environment
  • Ability to conduct community assessments and implement response projects.
  • Competence in administrative tasks, report writing, and communications.
  • Valid Driver's License and clean driving history
  • Available at least for 2 weeks at a time
  • Fluent in Spanish or other secondary language preferred
  • Understanding and appreciating diverse cultural backgrounds and sensitivities, ensuring that all interventions are respectful and appropriate to the communities served.

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