Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Experienced Tree Climber to join our dynamic team dedicated to maintaining healthy, safe, and beautiful landscapes. In this role, you will utilize your climbing expertise and technical knowledge to perform tree care, trimming, and removal tasks with precision and safety. Your energetic approach will help ensure projects are completed efficiently while adhering to safety standards. If you thrive in outdoor environments, enjoy working at heights, and have a passion for horticulture and landscape maintenance, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career with a forward-thinking company.
Duties
- Safely ascend and descend trees using climbing gear, rigging techniques, and harnesses to perform pruning, trimming, or removal operations.
- Use rigging equipment to carefully lower branches or sections of trees to prevent damage to property or surroundings.
- Operate bucket trucks and bucket lifts for access to elevated work areas, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
- Conduct tree care assessments, including health evaluations and growth inspections, utilizing GIS (Geographic Information Systems) tools for mapping and documentation.
- Perform landscape maintenance tasks such as lawn care, shrub trimming, and general landscaping to enhance overall site appearance.
- Maintain detailed records of work performed, including tree conditions, treatments applied, and project progress.
- Collaborate with team members on complex projects involving tree trimming, land clearing, or landscape enhancement initiatives.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a tree climber with a strong understanding of tree care practices and climbing safety procedures.
- Proficiency in rigging techniques and the operation of bucket trucks or bucket lifts.
- Knowledge of GIS technology for mapping and site documentation is preferred.
- Hands-on experience with landscaping, lawn care, horticulture, or landscape maintenance is highly desirable.
- Ability to identify different tree species and assess their health status through growing experience in horticulture or related fields.
- Strong physical fitness with the ability to work at heights for extended periods while maintaining safety standards.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in outdoor environments. Join us in transforming landscapes while ensuring safety and sustainability! We’re committed to fostering a vibrant work environment where energetic professionals can thrive—helping communities flourish one tree at a time!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person