Tree Climber

SavATree • Northvale, NJ

18h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Tree Climber on our General Tree Care Team, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining and preserving the health of our clients’ landscapes. A typical day may include climbing and pruning large shade trees and ornamentals, performing removals, cable bracing, and other tree care techniques, and safely operating chainsaws, equipment, and aerial lifts (bucket trucks). This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors, visit beautiful properties in your community, and apply your climbing expertise to protect and enhance landscapes.

Requirements

• Experience with proper pruning practices for large shade trees and ornamentals
• Ability to identify native and introduced tree/shrub species and their characteristics
• Ability to climb without spurs
• Knowledge of tree care safety standards
• Hands-on experience with chainsaws and related equipment
• Experience operating aerial lifts (bucket truck)
• A valid U.S. driver’s license
• Authorization to lawfully work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• CDL a plus

Responsibilities

• Climbing and pruning large shade trees and ornamentals using proper practices
• Performing removals, cable bracing, and other tree care techniques
• Safely operating chainsaws, equipment, and aerial lifts (bucket trucks)
• Working as part of a team to deliver high-quality service to clients
• Applying industry safety standards in all aspects of tree care

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience, skill level, and responsibilities
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Time off to support your work/life balance
• Extensive training, continuing education, and opportunities to grow your career in arboriculture
• Work with some of the best trained and equipped professionals in the industry, with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork

What This Job Offers

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