Crew Member - Pine City

Carrs Tree Service•Pine City, MN

About The Position

Carr’s Tree Service is hiring a Crew Member for hands-on outdoor tree-care work. The role supports tree pruning, trimming, removal, stump grinding, debris removal, brush chipping and mowing, chainsaw work, site cleanup, and emergency storm-damage response. Crew Members assist climbers and arborists with rigging and aerial operations, stage equipment and materials, and operate and maintain tools and equipment according to their training and experience. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, professional interactions with customers and the public, and willingness to learn. Employees are expected to follow safety procedures, use required PPE, attend briefings, identify hazards, and work in all weather conditions. Carr’s Tree Service describes a path for advancement and a mission to serve utility, residential, and government clients through safe, reliable tree services and professional arboricultural practices.

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 in English.
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.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and drag up to 80 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and near or under energized power lines.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in temperatures ranging from 90°F to -25°F and in adverse weather conditions and environments.
Safely operate vehicles and equipment in accordance with DOT, OSHA, ANSI, and manufacturer regulations.

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 it.
Degree in Forestry or a related field.
Experience in tree care, equipment operation, or related fields.

Responsibilities

Follow company safety policies and procedures, wear required PPE, participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings, and report potential job-site hazards to crew leadership.
Perform tree pruning, trimming, and removal operations.
Perform ground operations, including brush chipping, brush mowing, chainsaw work, and site cleanup.
Perform stump grinding and debris removal.
Support emergency tree services, including storm-damage response.
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, report mechanical or safety concerns, and maintain tools and equipment in clean, working condition.
Interact professionally with property owners, municipal officials, and the public; follow crew leadership’s direction on customer and municipal properties.
Represent Carr’s Tree Service professionally and respectfully.
Work cooperatively with crew members and leadership, learn new skills, accept coaching and feedback, and contribute to a positive, productive team environment.