Tree Climber

SavATree•Pineville, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Tree Care Team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients’ landscapes. In this role, as a Tree Climber you will have the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in their community. The Tree Climber applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client’s landscape.

Requirements

Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals
Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species’ characteristics
Ability to climb without spurs
Experience with tree care safety standards
Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation
Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck)
Communicate advanced understanding of all safety policies and procedures, including hazard tree identification.
6 months – 1-year minimum Tree Climbing Experience
The desire to work outdoors
Valid U.S. driver's license to operate company vehicles, CDL A&B a plus or willingness to obtain
Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

CDL A&B a plus or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

Working together on a General Tree Care crew to provide high quality tree care to our clients.
Involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care.
Safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.
Climbing, pruning, and ensuring safety for the health and well-being of each client’s landscape.
Utilize specialized equipment properly for climbing (ropes, saddle, ladders) along with all associated tools.
Apply knowledge of branch collars, and proper pruning cuts with total competence on chainsaw operations.