They may work long hours in emergencies during fire season. Tree planters do a lot of bending and carry heavy loads. They may work on steep hillsides and encounter muddy ground, poisonous plants, brambles, and insects. They may walk long distances through densely wooded areas to carry out their work. Technicians can be exposed to intense noise when they use power saws.
Wages vary according to training, experience and location.
Entry level wages may be lower. Generally, earnings of more skilled workers are higher than those of less skilled workers. Pay varies by size of establishment and by geographic area. Earnings of workers in the largest establishments are much higher than those in the smallest. Workers in Alaska and the Northwest earn more than workers in the South.