Trends Logging and forestry labourers are employed by logging companies and contractors to perform a variety of manual tasks, such as attaching choker cables to logs, planting trees, clearing brush, spraying chemicals, cleaning up landing areas and assisting other workers in woodland operations. You will perform physically demanding duties outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions. You may carry heavy objects, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl in awkward positions.
Some labourers work around large pieces of machinery and equipment which can be extremely dangerous.
You must use caution and follow proper safety procedures. The average age was 33.4 overall, but the average age of part-time workers, male and female, was 19.9. Education and Training Completion of secondary school and a pre-employment safety course may be required. You must have good manual dexterity, physical strength and co-ordination as well as good communications and analytical skills. Knowledge of automated and computerized machinery is an asset.