Crew Member - Melrose

CARRS TREE SERVICE INC•Grove Township, MN

1d•$18 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Carr's Tree Service is seeking a Crew Member for their Melrose location. This role offers hands-on outdoor work with a clear path for advancement. The company values hard work, safety, and teamwork. Whether you are just starting your career or have experience in tree care, equipment operation, or related fields, Carr's Tree Service encourages you to apply. The company's mission is to provide safe and reliable tree services to utility, residential, and government clients by combining teamwork, professional arboricultural practices, and an excellent customer experience at competitive prices. They aim to be the premier tree service company in the upper Midwest with unmatched values and ethics.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (as determined by insurance).
Ability to obtain a DOT medical card.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with the team.
Reliable, safety-oriented, and able to work well within a team.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job and work in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A license.
MN Pesticide Spray License Class A-J.
EHAP (line voltage recognition) training.
ISA Certification or ability to obtain.
Degree in Forestry or a related field.

Responsibilities

Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.
Identify and communicate potential job site hazards to crew leadership.
Perform tree pruning, trimming, and removal operations.
Conduct ground operations including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup.
Perform stump grinding and debris removal.
Respond to emergency tree services such as storm damage.
Assist climbers and arborists with rigging systems and aerial operations.
Stage equipment and materials for safe and efficient tree work.
Safely operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws, pole saws, wood chippers, and brush mowers (based on training and experience).
Inspect equipment daily and report mechanical or safety concerns to crew leadership.
Maintain tools and equipment in clean, working condition.
Interact professionally with property owners, municipal officials, and the public.
Follow direction from crew leadership when working on customer or municipal properties.
Represent Carr’s Tree Service with professionalism and respect at all times.
Work cooperatively with crew members and leadership to complete jobs efficiently.
Willingly learn new skills and accept coaching and feedback.
Contribute to a positive, productive team environment.