Tree Climber

Homer Tree Service•Lockport, IL

14h•$23 - $28

About The Position

The Tree Climber is responsible for trimming, pruning and tree removal. This may include using various climbing techniques and using equipment such as: chainsaws, stump grinders, woodchippers, and other heavy machinery using safety practices. The Tree Climber is under direct supervision of the Crew Leader. THIS POSITION IS PHYSICALLY DEMANDING.

Requirements

CDL Class-A, is a plus- potential to earn higher compensation
OSHA familiarity/training
Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record with no violations
Physically Demanding- requires considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Must demonstrate flexibility and endurance
Able to lift up to 50 pounds
Able to bend, stand, or sit for long periods of time
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Effective Communication with supervisors and coworkers
Working conditions sometimes include both high heat and cold temperatures
Familiarity with safe climbing techniques; ascending, descending, limb walking, work positioning, double crotching, recrotching, use of flip-line, etc

Responsibilities

Ensures proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Identification and use of climbing equipment
Performs routine pre-climb and equipment inspections
Perform climbing and rigging knots
Follow climbing work plan
Identifying electrical hazards
Utilizes methods of ascending & descending trees
Identification and use of climbing spurs
Performs “tying-in” with roper lanyard and climbing rope
Performs a hazard assessment for rigging
Demonstrates lowering techniques with and without mechanical
Utilizes lowering devices
Performs pre-work operational check on all equipment
Performs routine vehicle inspections
Operates the aerial bucket using lower controls
Performs aerial lift maintenance
Positions the vehicle and operating outriggers

Benefits

Starting pay is $23-28/hr
Pay is determined by experience, skill, education, and other factors
Able to enroll in benefits after 60-day new hire probation period
Health Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan and employer matching (up to a certain amount) and 100% vesting as soon as contributions are made
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays (6)