Arborist

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

23h

About The Position

The Arborist II operates bucket trucks and heavy equipment to perform specialized tree maintenance, with an emphasis on palm care and pruning. The role includes pruning and removing trees according to established rigging protocols, evaluating basic tree health, implementing corrective actions as needed, and following strict safety standards to support efficient operations. The position covers three tiers, with increasing climbing, arboriculture, and equipment experience requirements. A CDL-B or CDL-A license is required at every tier; a high school diploma or GED is preferred. Tier 3 also requires ISA certification and an MOT card.

Requirements

CDL-B or CDL-A license required.
Tier 1: Basic climbing experience (6 months) and either 6 or more months of arboriculture experience or 6 or more months performing high-end landscaping in a resort or theme park.
Tier 2: Meets previous tier requirements, has at least 1 year of climbing experience, and either at least 2 years of arboriculture experience or a horticulture degree or horticulture program certificate.
Tier 3: Meets previous tier requirements and has 4 years of arboriculture experience, ISA certification, an MOT card, and 4 years of bucket truck operation experience.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment, including bucket trucks and high-reach equipment, to prune, move, install, and remove trees.
Operate and maintain two-cycle equipment, including chainsaws, powered pole saws, and backpack or handheld blowers.
Identify nutritional needs, infestations, and diseases during routine work, and sanitize equipment between trees.
Climb trees for maintenance and removal in accordance with UO climbing and rigging guidelines, using specified climbing knots.
Rig trees for pruning and removal according to current best practices, and use appropriate hand signals when directing heavy equipment.
Complete Maximo Work Orders.
Install, maintain, and remove tree and palm support systems, including bracing, propping, guying, and cabling.
Maintain housekeeping for vehicles, assigned areas, tools, equipment, storage, lockers, personal tool bags, and safety items, following departmental 5S guidelines.
Follow established Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures, complete training, and participate in team activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.