Logging Equipment Operator
Employer: Garber Tree Farm
Location: Broussard, LA
Workers needed: 1
Pay: $21.68/hour
Season: Nov 12, 2026 – Apr 30, 2027
Experience: 6 months
Employer-provided housing; Transportation provided/reimbursed
The job
Logging operations are seasonal and are performed during the fall and winter months, when cypress trees can be safely accessed and harvested. During the spring and
summer, increased water levels and dense foliage render harvesting areas unsafe or inaccessible.
Manage timber. Survey woods/forest, to determine what trees are
available. Plant, transplant, and care for cypress tree seedlings and
saplings, water, fertilize, weed, and mulch trees to promote
healthy growth, prune, trim, and remove damaged or diseased
trees as directed. Assist with harvesting, loading, and transporting trees and related materials.
Operate and maintain farm equipment. Clean/inspect equipment and perform necessary basic maintenance/repair tasks.
Housing: Employer-provided (including mobile or range)
Meals: Employees will be driven to stores or restaurants at their request to purchase groceries or
meals with their own money. The employer provided housing has a full kitchen to prepare
meals.
Transport: Depending on their country of origin, they can choose their preferred, most economical route of
transportation, such as a charter bus or plane. We will provide the employees with
those inbound and outbound tickets at no cost to the employee.
Experience wanted: 6 months
Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner
that protects operator, others, the employers products and
property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and
operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and
including immediate termination. Must wear steel toe boots.
Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when
required. Must report for work daily wearing work clothing and
boots or other durable foot wear.
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