Logging Equipment Operators pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for logging equipment operators is $21.53 an hour ($44,780 a year). About 830 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($49,740). Maine ranks 32nd of 36 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for logging equipment operators in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.87 | $39,250 |
| 25% of workers | $21.21 | $44,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.53 | $44,780 |
| 75% of workers | $25.17 | $52,350 |
| 90% of workers | $28.30 | $58,870 |
Logging Equipment Operators pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $47,470 | 50 |
| Bangor | $44,060 | 130 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for logging equipment operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.8% over ten years, declining · about 3,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $47,730 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $56,140 |
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