Tree Climber/ Foreman

Arbor Masters • Parkville, MO

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About The Position

Arbor Masters is hiring a Tree Climber/Foreman, also described in the posting as a Tree Crew Leader/Climber and Secondary Climbing Arborist. The role participates in tree pruning and removals and combines climbing and technical tree work with crew leadership. The position leads a two-person pruning crew, guides and motivates team members, supports daily production goals, and communicates with customers and crew members. Work includes operating and maintaining tree-care equipment, conducting job briefings and assessments, establishing work zones, following safety procedures, and assisting with cleanup. The advertised annual earnings range is $70,000–$90,000, with the opportunity for quarterly bonuses. Arbor Masters describes itself as a third-generation, family-owned tree-service and plant-care business that emphasizes safety, excellence, professional growth, and an inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver’s license and possess a Class C driver’s license.
• Have a minimum of 3–5 years of climbing experience and/or 5 years of documented foreman experience.
• Have advanced knowledge of proper tree-pruning and removal techniques, cabling and bracing, knots used in roping, and technical rigging.
• Be a team player with a positive attitude and able to advise, train, and motivate team members.
• Be able to perform labor-intensive outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Be able to navigate uneven terrain; stand, walk, bend, crouch, and reach; regularly lift more than 50 pounds; and work effectively at heights above 10 feet.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A or Class B license with air-brake endorsement.
• Experience operating bucket trucks or claw trucks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a two-person pruning crew while completing pruning and removal projects.
• Motivate and guide team members positively and ensure daily production goals are met.
• Operate heavy equipment, hand tools, power tools, and tree-care equipment, including trucks, chippers, saws, stump grinders, and aerial lifts.
• Perform basic felling and rigging, aerial rigging over obstacles, and technical rigging for trimming and large removals.
• Perform supplemental support techniques, including cabling and bracing.
• Repair, sharpen, maintain, and prepare tools and equipment; ensure equipment is inspected, fueled, and supplied with fluids.
• Ensure tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on the truck, maintained, and accounted for.
• Conduct job briefings, assign tasks, assist with work-zone setup, and reinforce safety standards, company policies, and use of safety PPE.
• Complete tree-risk and job-site assessments and communicate with homeowners about services.
• Review work with customers, complete paperwork, conduct post-job walkthroughs, and collect payment after work is completed.
• Communicate verbally and visually with crew members and assist with debris cleanup.
• Complete OSHA and AMTL accident and incident reports when necessary.

Benefits

• Medical plan effective 60 days after start date.
• Dental plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match up to 4% (2%).
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability, 100% company paid.
• $25,000 AD&D insurance, 100% company paid.
• Employee Assistance Program, 100% company paid.
• Six paid holidays.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and bereavement time.
• Professional certification and registration renewals.
• Professional development training.
• Opportunity for quarterly bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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