Tree Crew Leader/ Climber

Arbor Masters • Des Moines, IA

6d • $70 - $90

About The Position

Arbor Masters is hiring a Tree Crew Leader/ Climber to perform tree pruning and removals and related tree-care work. The role combines climbing and technical tree work with leadership of a two-person pruning crew, equipment operation and maintenance, job-site safety, customer communication, and cleanup. The company describes itself as a third-generation, family-owned tree-service and plant-care business and offers training and opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

• Be a team player with a positive attitude and the ability to lead, train, and motivate team members.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a Class C driver’s license.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have at least 3 years of climbing experience and/or 2 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.
• Have experience with technical rigging for trimming and large removals.
• Be an ISA Certified Arborist or be in the process of certification.
• Be able to perform labor-intensive outdoor work in varied 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 or claw trucks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, hand tools, and power equipment used in tree work.
• Repair, sharpen, maintain, inspect, clean, and prepare equipment and tools, including checking fuel and fluids.
• Perform basic felling and rigging, including aerial rigging over obstacles.
• Lead and supervise a two-person crew on tree pruning and removal projects; motivate team members and help meet daily production goals.
• Ensure appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded, maintained, and accounted for.
• Conduct job briefings, assign tasks, assist with work-zone setup, and use required safety PPE.
• Assess tree and job-site risks and communicate with crew members using verbal and visual communication.
• Review work with customers, complete paperwork, conduct pre- and post-job walk-throughs, and collect payment upon completion.
• Communicate industry safety standards and company policies to the crew.
• Perform supplemental support techniques, including cabling and bracing.
• Complete OSHA and AMTL accident or incident reports when necessary.
• Assist with debris cleanup at job completion.

Benefits

• Medical plan effective 60 days after start date.
• Dental plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan with 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 for vacation, sick leave, and bereavement.
• Professional certification and registration renewals.
• Professional development training.
• Quarterly bonus opportunity.

What This Job Offers

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