Sawmill Operator
Labour and technical skills
NOC 94120
Filmed in 
Vanderhoof
A machine operator takes Viviana on a tour of a sawmill where he makes sure the machines are working properly. He uses technology and modern machinery to optimize the processing of wood. He works in a fast paced environment where safety is important.

What to know

Annual Earnings
$66,739
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
High School Diploma
Job Openings
(2024-2034)
500

Top Skills

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Operations Monitoring

Watching gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure that a machine is working properly.

Operation and Control

Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Quality Control Analysis

Conducting tests and inspections of products, services or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

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Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Troubleshooting

Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Equipment Maintenance

Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

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Active Listening

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.

Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

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