Arborist

Bratt Tree • Minneapolis, MN

5d

About The Position

Overview: We are seeking a skilled Arborist to join our growing team. Duties: We understand that experienced arborist vary the type of work they do on the team and we like to put you in a position to succeed! Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients. Prepare for jobsite hazards and obstacles Create a plan and decide which equipment will be used to complete job Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems Removal of hazardous trees Mentor crew members through the Bratt Tree Arborist Development Program. Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, bucket trucks, aerial lifts and more.

Requirements

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete the First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Strong knowledge of tree care practices and techniques
• Proficient in all the equipment used to complete the tree service
• Experience operating bucket trucks for elevated work
• Familiarity with rigging techniques for safe branch and tree section removal
• Ability to identify common tree species and recognize signs of disease or damage
• Excellent physical fitness and stamina to climb trees and perform physically demanding tasks
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols

Responsibilities

• Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Prepare for jobsite hazards and obstacles
• Create a plan and decide which equipment will be used to complete job
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Mentor crew members through the Bratt Tree Arborist Development Program.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, bucket trucks, aerial lifts and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed