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Glencoe Park District

Park Maintenance 1 (Full-Time)

Glencoe, IL · On-site

$23.22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

During designated on-call periods, the employee must remain readily accessible via their assigned ... Chainsaw Operator Certification. * All full-time employees must pass a criminal background check ...

Glencoe Park District

Park Maintenance 1 (Full-Time)

Glencoe, IL · On-site

$23.22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

During designated on-call periods, the employee must remain readily accessible via their assigned ... Chainsaw Operator Certification. * All full-time employees must pass a criminal background check ...

Glencoe Park District

Park Maintenance 1 (Full-Time)

Glencoe, IL · On-site

$23.22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

During designated on-call periods, the employee must remain readily accessible via their assigned ... Chainsaw Operator Certification. * All full-time employees must pass a criminal background check ...

MBC Parks & Rec

Maintenance Technician

Martinsburg, WV · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cuts wood and clears trails with chainsaw and other equipment. * Conducts custodial duties in the ... This position includes on-call responsibilities. BENEFITS This position provides the following ...

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How much do on call chainsaw jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call chainsaw in the United States is $24.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between On Call Chainsaw vs Chainsaw Operator?

AspectOn Call ChainsawChainsaw Operator
CredentialsTypically requires safety certifications and basic trainingRequires chainsaw operation certification and safety training
Work EnvironmentOften on-call, working outdoors in forestry, logging, or land clearingPrimarily outdoors, working in forestry, land management, or construction sites
Employer & IndustryForestry companies, land clearing services, emergency response teamsLogging companies, tree service providers, construction firms

In summary, an On Call Chainsaw is a flexible, on-demand role often requiring basic safety certifications, while a Chainsaw Operator typically has more specialized training and works regularly in forestry or land management industries. Both roles involve outdoor work with chainsaws but differ mainly in job consistency and certification requirements.

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On Call Chainsaw jobs near you
Infographic showing various On Call Chainsaw job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,453 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Infrastructure Equipment Operator - Public Services

mytompsc

Mount Pleasant, SC

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Public Works Operator is responsible for the operation of small equipment and occasionally heavy equipment in support of department activities including hauling of debris, construction, repair, and maintenance of Town infrastructure to include roads and drainage systems. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:      

  • Operates dump trucks and other department heavy trucks to haul rock, dirt, refuse and/or trash in support of department activities
  • Operates small equipment such as a chainsaw, pole saw, vibrating tamp, jumping jack tamp, concrete saw, concrete vibrator, walk behind asphalt roller, mud hog, and portable pumps
  • Operates a backhoe/trackhoe to install or move drainage pipe, dig ditches, and move debris such as dirt, rock, and vegetation
  • Operates other heavy equipment, such as bulldozer, asphalt roller, skid-steer loader, mini excavator, and front-end loader in support of the divisions construction or maintenance related activities
  • Performs basic and routine light maintenance of heavy equipment
  • May perform hand labor such as shoveling hot mix, cold mix, gravel, and dirt
  • Builds concrete forms and pours/finishes concrete for sidewalks, sidewalk ramps, curbing, and driveway aprons
  • May remove brush, trees, and other vegetative debris from worksite
  • Performs other duties as assigned that relate to construction and maintenance of road, drainage systems, and other Town infrastructure.
  • Represents the Town and interacts with the public on a daily basis
  • Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year prior work experience;
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
  • Commercial Drivers License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of building and construction techniques
  • Knowledge of operation and maintenance of Division equipment utilizing effective practices and techniques
  • Knowledge of department safety practices and techniques
  • Knowledge of various department tools and equipment
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
  • Ability to follow directions and complete tasks in a detailed and accurate manner
  • Ability to complete tasks quickly, efficiently, and safely
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work requires moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily, such as, lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lbs), carrying the object(s) and stacking them or placing them in a vehicle or storage area. In addition, pulling, pushing, standing, or walking for the full workday may also be involved. Employee must have adequate hearing and visual capability in order to perform this job safely.  A great deal of physical effort must be exerted at this level. Travel, particularly during adverse weather conditions and troublesome road conditions and at times during the evening hours is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:     

The work environment involves continuous presence of unpleasant or irritating elements, such as considerable noise, odors, chemical fumes, dust, smoke, heat, cold, oil, dirt or grease. Work is continually performed outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. Employees will be required to work beyond normal business hours in response to natural disasters, emergencies, and Town special events.  This employee is on call in order to support Town efforts if necessary.

 

 

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