Logging Workers

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

O’NET publishes details below this occupation’s level. Showing Fallers — one of 4 occupations here: Fallers, Logging Equipment Operators, Log Graders and Scalers, Logging Workers, All Other.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Saw back-cuts, leaving sufficient sound wood to control direction of fall.91
Control the direction of a tree's fall by scoring cutting lines with axes, sawing undercuts along scored lines with chainsaws, knocking slabs from cuts with single-bit axes, and driving wedges.91
Stop saw engines, pull cutting bars from cuts, and run to safety as tree falls.89
Select trees to be cut down, assessing factors such as site, terrain, and weather conditions before beginning work.88
Measure felled trees and cut them into specified log lengths, using chain saws and axes.88
Insert jacks or drive wedges behind saws to prevent binding of saws and to start trees falling.87
Assess logs after cutting to ensure that the quality and length are correct.86
Appraise trees for certain characteristics, such as twist, rot, and heavy limb growth, and gauge amount and direction of lean, to determine how to control the direction of a tree's fall with the least damage.85
Clear brush from work areas and escape routes, and cut saplings and other trees from direction of falls, using axes, chainsaws, or bulldozers.85
Tag unsafe trees with high-visibility ribbons.83
Determine position, direction, and depth of cuts to be made, and placement of wedges or jacks.82
Mark logs for identification.75

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Maintain and repair chainsaws and other equipment, cleaning, oiling, and greasing equipment, and sharpening equipment properly.74
Place supporting limbs or poles under felled trees to avoid splitting undersides, and to prevent logs from rolling.73
Trim off the tops and limbs of trees, using chainsaws, delimbers, or axes.63
Secure steel cables or chains to logs for dragging by tractors or for pulling by cable yarding systems.56
Work as a member of a team, rotating between chain saw operation and skidder operation.45

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Operation and Control53
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Operations Monitoring53
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Critical Thinking50
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Judgment and Decision Making50
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Monitoring50
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Time Management47
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Complex Problem Solving44
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Equipment Maintenance44
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Repairing44
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Troubleshooting44
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Active Listening41
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Equipment Selection41
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

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Quality Control Analysis41
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Speaking41
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Coordination38
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Active Learning31
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Mathematics31
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Social Perceptiveness31
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Instructing28
Teaching others how to do something.
Management of Personnel Resources28
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Persuasion28
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Negotiation25
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Reading Comprehension25
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Service Orientation25
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Writing25
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Operations Analysis22
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Systems Evaluation22
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Learning Strategies19
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Science16
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Management of Financial Resources10
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Management of Material Resources10
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Systems Analysis6
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Installation0
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Programming0
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Technology Design0
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Mechanical57
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Production and Processing49
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Public Safety and Security43
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Mathematics38
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
English Language37
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Telecommunications30
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Transportation26
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Education and Training23
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Law and Government22
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Physics20
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Geography19
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Administration and Management17
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

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Sales and Marketing17
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Customer and Personal Service16
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Economics and Accounting15
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Administrative13
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Engineering and Technology12
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Biology11
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Building and Construction9
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Chemistry6
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Communications and Media6
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Design6
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Medicine and Dentistry4
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Personnel and Human Resources3
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Therapy and Counseling3
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Computers and Electronics2
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Psychology2
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Fine Arts—
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Food Production—
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Foreign Language—
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
History and Archeology—
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Philosophy and Theology—
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Sociology and Anthropology—
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Reaction Time75
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Control Precision69
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Multilimb Coordination69
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Static Strength69
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Speed of Limb Movement66
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Arm-Hand Steadiness63
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Manual Dexterity63
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Extent Flexibility56
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Far Vision56
The ability to see details at a distance.
Near Vision56
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Problem Sensitivity56
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Stamina56
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.

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Trunk Strength56
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Auditory Attention53
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Depth Perception53
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Dynamic Strength53
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Oral Comprehension53
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression53
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Rate Control53
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Selective Attention53
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Visualization53
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Category Flexibility50
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Flexibility of Closure50
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Gross Body Coordination50
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Gross Body Equilibrium50
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Hearing Sensitivity50
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Information Ordering50
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Perceptual Speed50
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Visual Color Discrimination50
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Deductive Reasoning47
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Response Orientation47
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Speech Clarity47
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Finger Dexterity44
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Spatial Orientation44
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Speech Recognition44
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Time Sharing44
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Wrist-Finger Speed44
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Inductive Reasoning38
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Peripheral Vision38
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Number Facility35
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Sound Localization35
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Explosive Strength31
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Fluency of Ideas28
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Glare Sensitivity28
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Mathematical Reasoning28
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Speed of Closure28
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Written Expression28
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Memorization25
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Night Vision25
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Originality25
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Written Comprehension25
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Dynamic Flexibility19
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Controlling Machines and Processes86
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Performing General Physical Activities86
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Handling and Moving Objects79
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events76
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems69
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment68
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials67
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings65
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Getting Information63
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates60
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work60
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People57
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others53
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards53
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Developing Objectives and Strategies52
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Assisting and Caring for Others51
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Processing Information50
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships48
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment47
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Developing and Building Teams42
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Scheduling Work and Activities42
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Training and Teaching Others41
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge41
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others39
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Analyzing Data or Information37
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others36
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information35
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Thinking Creatively33
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others30
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Coaching and Developing Others29
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Documenting/Recording Information29
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates24
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization23
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources19
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public19
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Selling or Influencing Others18
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment12
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment12
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
Performing Administrative Activities10
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Working with Computers8
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Staffing Organizational Units2
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Cautiousness87
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Dependability82
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Self-Control65
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Perseverance60
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Attention to Detail56
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Stress Tolerance53
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Self-Confidence40
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
Integrity36
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Achievement Orientation32
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Adaptability32
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Intellectual Curiosity9
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Initiative6
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

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Sincerity1
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic100
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional39
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Investigative25
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Social15
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Enterprising10
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Artistic2
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom97%
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Every day97%
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day92%
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day87%
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Every day92%
Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually83%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom79%
- Limited freedom16%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day81%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important62%
- Very important16%
- Important21%
Telephone Conversations
- Every day41%
- Once a week or more but not every day59%

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Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Every day49%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- Continually or almost continually45%
- About half the time25%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility33%
- Limited responsibility20%
Spend Time Walking or Running
- Continually or almost continually44%
- More than half the time14%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Every day27%
- Once a month or more but not every week39%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- More than half the time38%
- About half the time22%
- Less than half the time11%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Extremely important44%
- Very important24%
- Important18%
- Not important at all13%
Level of Competition
- Not at all competitive11%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Continually or almost continually45%
- Less than half the time30%
Time Pressure
- Never11%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others13%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Once a month or more but not every week18%
- Never23%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Moderate results18%
- No results21%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Important35%
- Fairly important18%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
Work Schedules
- Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)21%
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)68%
Consequence of Error
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Very important17%
- Important55%
- Not important at all22%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- About half the time18%
- Less than half the time49%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Fairly important24%
- Not important at all37%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
Conflict Situations
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Never14%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important13%
Exposed to High Places
- Once a year or more but not every month13%
Outdoors, Under Cover
Written Letters and Memos
E-Mail
- Once a year or more but not every month33%
- Never42%
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Every day12%
- Once a month or more but not every week15%
- Never68%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- More than 40 hours11%
- Less than 40 hours80%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
Degree of Automation
Physical Proximity
- I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)81%
Public Speaking
Spend Time Sitting
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Never90%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Never87%
Exposed to Radiation
- Never97%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Never97%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Less than high school diploma
Post-secondary certificate

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Geographic information system
ESRI ArcView, Geographic information system GIS systems
Analytical or scientific software
Assisi Compiler, Assisi Software Assisi Resource
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Accounting software
BCS Woodlands Software The Logger Tracker
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
BCS Woodlands Software Woodlands Tracker
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Data base user interface and query software
Assisi Software Assisi Manager
Inventory management software
Assisi Software Assisi Inventory

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Cut trees or logs.
Operate forestry equipment.
Determine forestry techniques or methods.
Measure physical characteristics of forestry or agricultural products.
Evaluate log quality.
Trim trees or other vegetation.
Evaluate quality of plants or crops.
Mark agricultural or forestry products for identification.
Maintain forestry, hunting, or agricultural equipment.
Perform manual agricultural, aquacultural, or horticultural tasks.
Attach equipment extensions or accessories.

Apprenticeship Occupations

Registered apprenticeship program titles associated with this occupation.

Logger, Allround

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