Job prospects Cable Skidder Operator in the Nechako Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Chain saw and skidder operators in the Nechako Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Chain saw and skidder operators (NOC 84110) in the Nechako region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Chain saw and skidder operators in the Nechako region:

• Chain saw and skidder operators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Forestry and logging (NAICS try and loggin): 77%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 11%
  • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology