- On-site Location: Auburn, WA
Workplace Location: Fully onsite with site visits
Position Summary
Tree Climber Position is for workers to preform tree pruning, removals, and clean up. You will be working alongside other tree climbers and other crew members outside everyday; driving trucks and backing up trailers, removals, pruning, crane work, and other tree care tasks.
About Arbor Barber Tree Service
At Arbor Barber Tree Service our mission is to Enhance Outdoor Safety and Beauty Through Expert Tree Care Techniques. We are a production tree care team that specializes in hazard tree removal as the premier tree service for both King and Pierce Counties on-call emergency tree service. Our core values are - Alignment, Discipline, Transparency, Growth, Accountability, Leadership. Arbor Barber offers all its employees our top tier training modules, personal growth goals, and a great positive work culture. We are a rapidly expanding company looking for driven individuals who want to grow with our company.
Success Looks Like
- Treating each house and property as if it is your own, helping clients achieve their landscape and forestry dreams through our work.
- Being a driven team member who works hard to carry their own weight as well as the companies weight when asked or needed without asking.
- Learning all things tree, ISA, TCIA, and all new tree care aspects; being able to then use this information to educate clients in order to maximize client happiness and open new areas of revenue.
- Aligning yourself with the success of the company, when we succeed, you succeed.
Objectives
- Conduct yourself in a professional and clean manner, be respectable.
- Engage with crew members to problem.
- Preform all tree service task without damages, call-backs, negative engagements with crew, clients, or members of the public.
- Maintain and inventory required tree equipment to preform daily work.
- Provide outstanding customer service to new and existing clients.
- Become proficient with all equipment, machinery, and tools that are used by the company, including basic maintenance and operations.
- Stay informed on the latest techniques and tools / technology to effectively preform and sell tree care.
- Consistently meet or exceed daily performance metrics.
Competencies
- Ability to understand customer needs and tailor tree care work accordingly.
- Ability to climb safely and efficiently without harm to persons or property.
- Ability to climb without spikes (SRT) and preform tree work to ANSI A300 pruning.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with various management levels and clients.
- Proven ability to build and maintain a dynamic work environment.
- A sense of urgency and capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in driving vehicles, operating equipment, knots, ropes, rigging, and tree care tools and techniques.
- Ability to make move organic debris all day in all weather conditions.
- Read and write English.
- Must be willing and able to complete company required personal growth tasks. Reading educational books during onboarding and after, going to the gym at least 5 times per month, utilizing and mastering online and in-person training requirements during onboarding and after.
- Familiarity with Product and Pricing guides and staying current on any changes.
- Maintain a positive demeanour and provide calm, accurate responses to customer inquiries.
- Maintain all required equipment and gear needed for whatever your role is to include.
Education and Experience
- GED or high school diploma preferred
- At least 1 year tree experience preferred but not required
- ISA credential is required or the ability to become certified within 24 months of employment.
ARBOR BARBER TOTAL REWARDS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision for full time positions and their dependents
- Paid Time Off (PTO) time policy that increases based on tenure with the company
- 401k with up to 3% Company match
- Employee wellness initiatives including a 100% paid for gym membership
- Professional Development courses and assistance available on request. (Per case basis)
- Continued Education: we provide team members with a company library, ISA credentials, CDL’s, Online training, In person training, travel benefits, and mentorships.
- Uncapped Commission Potential: all of our team members have the opportunity to sell our Products/Services (and are trained on how to do so). We inspire you to preform sales of your own accord after learning proper pricing, you can make thousands a year in commission, and we want that!
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and/or walk all day.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Commitment to Diversity
Arbor Barber is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing a multigenerational and multicultural workforce. We believe that a diverse team, representative of our community, is integral to our success. We welcome and foster inclusion across all aspects of our business, hiring local talent at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.
If this position has caught your interest, please send your resume to . For best consideration, include the job title and source where you found this position in your email's subject line. If you're already a Arbor Barber candidate, please connect directly with your recruiter to discuss this opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $250.00 - $400.00 per day
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Our training/onboarding typically lasts for a month (depending on how fast you learn) This includes: book reading, tree ID, knot tying, etc. This phase is $150 a day. Is this something you're willing to accept for pay?
Experience:
- Tree Climbing/Arborist: 2 years (Required)
- SRT: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
