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Set up, operate, or tend wood sawing machines. May operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment. Includes lead sawyers.


New job opportunities are less likely in the future.

$38k

Annual median Salary

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Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma.


59%

High school diploma or equivalent

22%

Less than high school diploma

10%

Post-secondary certificate

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Resaw Operator

Rip Saw Operator

Saw Operator

Sawyer

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