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Sierra Pacific Industries

Entry-Level Labor

Martell, CA · On-site

$23.53/hr

Entry-Level positions earn $23.53 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost ... Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Entry-Level Labor

Shelton, WA · On-site

$22.84/hr

Entry-Level positions earn $22.84 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost ... Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Entry-Level Labor

Burney, CA · On-site

$23.53/hr

Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other ... Currently, we have multiple entry-level labor positions open at our sawmill in Burney, California ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Entry-Level Labor

Shelton, WA · On-site

$22.22/hr

Entry-level positions earn $22.22 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost ... Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Entry-Level Labor

Quincy, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $22/hr

Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other ... Currently, we have multiple Entry-Level Labor openings with great opportunity for advancement at ...

Sierra Pacific Industries

Entry-Level Labor

Lincoln, CA · On-site

$23.53/hr

Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other ... Currently, we have multiple entry-level labor positions open at our sawmill in Lincoln, California ...

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How much do entry level sawmills jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level sawmills in the United States is $26.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Sawmills vs Sawmill Operators?

AspectEntry Level SawmillsSawmill Operators
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic safety trainingHigh school diploma, safety certifications, sometimes technical training
Work EnvironmentEntry-level positions in sawmill facilities, often manual laborOperate machinery in sawmills, work in noisy, industrial settings
Industry UsageCommon starting role for those entering the sawmill industryMore experienced role, but often includes entry-level positions

Entry Level Sawmills typically refer to beginner roles in sawmill facilities, focusing on basic tasks and safety procedures. Sawmill Operators usually require some experience or certifications and involve operating machinery. While both roles work in sawmill environments, Entry Level Sawmills are ideal for newcomers, whereas Sawmill Operators are more experienced positions within the same industry.

How to become an entry level sawmills worker?

To become an entry-level sawmills worker, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should be comfortable working in a physically demanding environment. Prior experience with machinery or woodworking is beneficial, and on-the-job training is usually provided; safety certifications such as OSHA may also be required.

What is the best entry level sawmill?

Entry level sawmill positions typically require basic knowledge of wood processing, safety procedures, and operation of sawmill equipment such as circular or band saws. The best entry level sawmill jobs are often found at companies that provide on-the-job training and prioritize safety certifications, making them accessible for newcomers to the industry.

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Entry-Level Crewmember

Merrill, WI • On-site

Sierra Pacific Industries
Wood Product Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 19 rated forestry and logging companies

Good employer

Paid breaks

Respectful managers

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$20.38 - $22.26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Up to $1,500 hiring bonus!
Entry-level crewmembers earn from $20.38 to $22.26 per hour
We train and promote from within
Excellent low-cost health benefits
Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
Paid vacation and 10 holidays
At Sierra Pacific Industries , we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a third-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations.
Currently, have multiple entry-level manufacturing openings at our Windows division in Merrill, Wisconsin on Ohio Street, with great opportunities for advancement.
About the Position
  • Entry-level position with opportunity to learn and explore many jobs within the plant site including production, equipment maintenance, and supervision
  • Stack, move, and assemble windows and window parts
  • Apply hardware and weather strip to vinyl frames and doors using a hand drill
  • Operate saws to cut and trim vinyl parts to size
  • Perform tasks using miter saw, high speed routers, shapers, auto nail gun, drill, screw gun, caulking gun, utility knives, and hand tools
  • Work with and around saws, glass, and machinery
  • The work is fast paced and can, at times, be demanding

Qualifications
  • We look for applicants with recent good work history and verifiable references
  • All applicants must be at least age 18

Why Join Our Team?
Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better.
We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions , and company-paid Life Insurance. Every year since 1979, the Sierra Pacific Foundation has provided an average of $500,000 in scholarships to help the children of our crew members with education expenses.
How to Apply
If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please apply in person
Monday through Friday from 7am to 4pm at:
Sierra Pacific Windows
605 N. Ohio Street
Merrill, WI 54452
Can't make it in? Let s talk!
(715) 722-1884
or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers
Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
About Our Company
Sierra Pacific Industries started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing more than 6,000 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities and others strive to become part of the team.
We are a third-generation family-owned company based in Northern California. Sierra Pacific owns and sustainably manages more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. Our forests are managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals.
Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is converted into electricity in our seven biomass-fueled power plants.
We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.

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