Birch Tree Processor

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

We are seeking hardworking and reliable Birch Tree Processors to join our client for a Direct Hire role in Palisade, MN. This role involves harvesting small-diameter birch trees, utilizing saws, and bundling boughs in outdoor conditions.

• Pay Rate:
  Piece-rate compensation of $3.00 per bundle (bundles of 10 boughs). Your daily wage is directly based on the number of completed bundles.
• Lowest Producer: 7 bundles/hour = $21.00/hour
• Mid-Range Producer: 10 bundles/hour = $30.00/hour
• Above-Average Producer: 15 bundles/hour = $45.00/hour

• Workdays: 5 to 7 days per week (employee choice).
• Hours:
  
  10 to 12 hours per day.

• Identify and harvest birch trees according to specific project guidelines.
• Fell and delimb trees efficiently using brush saws, loppers, or small chainsaws.
• Process boughs into standardized bundles of 10 and organize harvested timber into stable, space-efficient piles to streamline transport and inventory management.
• Follow sustainable harvesting practices to minimize environmental impact and maintain forest health.
• Maintain a "safety first" mindset, strictly utilizing PPE and following OSHA logging standards.

• Valid Driver's License required to travel to and from the job site.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual labor, including lifting, bending, and walking on uneven forest terrain for extended periods.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to safely operate basic forestry tools such as brush saws, loppers, or small chainsaws.
• Ability to accurately judge tree diameter to ensure only specified trees are harvested.
• Skill in stacking timber and bundle organization to maximize space and ensure stability.

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At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).