National Occupational Classification, TEER 4
NOC 84110: Chain saw and skidder operators
Chain saw and skidder operators operate chain saws to fell, delimb and buck trees, and operate skidders to move or yard the felled trees from the logging site to the landing area for processing and transportation. Below are the main duties, all 30 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 84110?
NOC 84110 is the code for chain saw and skidder operators in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include bucker, chain saw operator - logging, faller and feller. It is a TEER 4 occupation (usually a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training), so it does not count as skilled work for Express Entry. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $30.00 an hour.
- NOC code
- 84110
- TEER
- 4: High school or several weeks of training
- Broad category
- Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations
- Express Entry
- Not skilled
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $30.00 an hour
Job titles under NOC 84110
Chain saw and skidder operators operate chain saws to fell, delimb and buck trees, and operate skidders to move or yard the felled trees from the logging site to the landing area for processing and transportation. They are employed by logging companies and contractors.
Main job titles
- bucker
- chain saw operator - logging
- faller
- feller
- forest worker - logging
- grapple skidder operator
- landingman/woman
- pieceworker - logging
- skidder operator
All 30 job titles in the NOC index
bucker, bucker - logging, cable skidder operator, chain saw operator - logging, chaser - logging, cordwood cutter, cutter - logging, faller, faller - logging, faller and bucker - logging, feller, feller - logging, forest worker - logging, grapple skidder operator, hardwood faller and bucker, horse logger, landing bucker - logging, landingman/woman, landingman/woman - logging, log cutter, logger, logging tractor operator, lumberjack, pieceworker - logging, pole cutter, post cutter, pulpwood cutter, skidder operator, skidder operator - logging, wood cutter - logging.
Main duties of NOC 84110
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Operate chain saw to fell, delimb and buck trees at the logging site and loading area
- Operate cable, or grapple skidder to move or yard the felled trees from the logging site to the landing area for processing and transportation
- Assess site, terrain and weather conditions before felling and yarding trees
- May work as member of a team rotating between chain saw operation and skidder operation
- May maintain and perform minor repairs on skidders, chain saws and other equipment.
Employment requirements
- Completion of secondary school may be required.
- Completion of a college program for forest workers may be required.
- Formal training in chain saw operation and maintenance and several months of on-the-job training are usually provided.
- Previous experience as a logging and forestry labourer or logging machine operator may be required. Experience requirements vary depending on the type and location of woodlands operations.
- Provincial certification or a forest worker program certificate is required in some provinces.
- Trade certification for fallers is available, but voluntary in Quebec.
- Workplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS) and first aid certificates may be required.
Additional information
- There is a trend toward company certification of chain saw operators in larger companies.
- Chain saw operators often must own and maintain their own chain saw.
- There is some mobility among jobs within this unit group as chain saw and skidder operators often work in teams and rotate jobs.
- Mobility may be limited from eastern and central forest zones to western forest zones where tree size or steep terrain may require different cutting and yarding methods.
- Progression to logging machinery operator positions is possible with experience.
- Progression to supervisory positions or self-employment as a logging contractor is possible with experience.
Is NOC 84110 eligible for Express Entry?
Not for the main Express Entry programs, which need TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 work. TEER 4 jobs can still lead to permanent residence through some provincial and other programs, so check each program's own list.
| Program or draw | NOC 84110 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Does not count (TEER 4) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Does not count (TEER 4) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 84110 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $20.00 | $30.00 | $40.00 |
| New Brunswick | $18.00 | $23.00 | $30.00 |
| Quebec | $20.00 | $28.00 | $35.00 |
| Ontario | $20.00 | $26.00 | $33.00 |
| Manitoba | $18.00 | $22.73 | $29.00 |
| Saskatchewan | $16.40 | $25.00 | $32.00 |
| Alberta | $21.50 | $30.00 | $37.00 |
| British Columbia | $28.00 | $35.00 | $41.50 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Employment Insurance Survey Data). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 84110 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 84110 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a bucker?
NOC 84110, Chain saw and skidder operators, a TEER 4 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 84110?
TEER 4. Usually a high school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 84110 eligible for Express Entry?
Not for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class or the Federal Skilled Trades Program, which need TEER 0 to 3 work. Some provincial nominee programs and other pathways accept TEER 4 jobs.
Is NOC 84110 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 84110 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $30.00 an hour, with most wages between $20.00 and $40.00. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 84110 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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