Chop saw operator vs slasher operator

The differences between chop saw operators and slasher operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a slasher operator has an average salary of $40,435, which is higher than the $32,079 average annual salary of a chop saw operator.

The top three skills for a chop saw operator include tape measure, and . The most important skills for a slasher operator are RAN, , and .

Chop saw operator vs slasher operator overview

	Chop Saw Operator	Slasher Operator
Yearly salary	$32,079	$40,435
Hourly rate	$15.42	$19.44
Growth rate	3%	3%
Number of jobs	26,154	26,527
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 55%	High School Diploma, 57%
Average age	45	45
Years of experience	-	-

Chop saw operator vs slasher operator salary

Chop saw operators and slasher operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Chop Saw Operator	Slasher Operator
Average salary	$32,079	$40,435
Salary range	Between $26,000 And $38,000	Between $25,000 And $63,000
Highest paying City	-	Jackman, ME
Highest paying state	-	Oregon
Best paying company	-	Jefferson County Sheriffs Dept
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between chop saw operator and slasher operator education

There are a few differences between a chop saw operator and a slasher operator in terms of educational background:

	Chop Saw Operator	Slasher Operator
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 55%	High School Diploma, 57%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Chop saw operator vs slasher operator demographics

Here are the differences between chop saw operators' and slasher operators' demographics:

	Chop Saw Operator	Slasher Operator
Average age	45	45
Gender ratio	Male, 74.4% Female, 25.6%	Male, 93.1% Female, 6.9%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.7% Unknown, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino, 15.3% Asian, 1.1% White, 68.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 12.6% Unknown, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino, 15.1% Asian, 1.1% White, 65.4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
LGBT Percentage	6%	6%

Differences between chop saw operator and slasher operator duties and responsibilities

Chop saw operator example responsibilities.

Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
Operate 3000 ton extrusion press utilizing computerize control panels and diagnostics systems.

Slasher operator example responsibilities.

Inspect socks for proper clipping.
Refabricate and repair equipment by use of a cutting torch and MIG and stick welder.
Pull maintenance and check quality of product.Skills UsedMechanical, chemical
Conduct rig movements during drilling operations.

Chop saw operator vs slasher operator skills

Common chop saw operator skills

Tape Measure, 100%

Common slasher operator skills

RAN, 100%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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