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Fallers

Role Overview

Use axes or chainsaws to fell trees using knowledge of tree characteristics and cutting techniques to control direction of fall and minimize tree damage.

Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
Oregon $84,770
Washington $76,220
Idaho $73,700
Arkansas $64,170
California $62,020
Indiana $61,140
South Carolina $60,050
Maryland $58,570
Minnesota $58,260
Alabama $57,090
New Hampshire $56,920
Montana $55,890
Ohio $53,900
Michigan $52,010
North Carolina $51,860

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$53,900

Projected Growth (10yr)

+-7.3%

Avg. annual openings

0.7k

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