Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for motivated individuals to join their team as an Arborist Trainee. Previous experience preferred but not required for entry level positions. Lucas Tree Experts provides on the job training for those willing, able and interested in advancing their skills in this field.

Are you looking for a company that provides career advancement opportunities? Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way!

For a complete list of all of our open positions please visit: https://www.lucastree.com/join/#jobs

Why Lucas Tree?

· Free on-the-job training (including CDL

· High earning potential with weekly incentives

· Safety first culture

· Advancement opportunities

· Paid time off and paid holidays

· Competitive benefits package

· 401(k) with company match

· Freedom to work outdoors

These are year-round, full time, outdoor, physical labor opportunities. Duties include but not limited to: Climber and Arborist Trainee climbing trees safely with conventional climbing aids (i.e. ropes, block, etc.) without the use of mechanized aerial devices, performing line clearance, pruning, and hazard tree removals using proper rigging techniques, manual removal of vegetation from work areas & running various forestry equipment. Arborist driving and operating a bucket truck, running a crew of 2 to 3 people, manual removal of vegetation from work areas, running various forestry equipment and performing line clearance, pruning, and removals.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work at varying heights.
• Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.
• Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position.
• Must be willing and able to learn how to operate all equipment safely.
• Must be willing and able to learn how to climb trees using the proper tools of the trade.
• Must be able to obtain and be responsible for own climbing gear in accordance with safety.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a CDL A or B license within the first 6 months of employment (this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).
• Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career (this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).
• Must be able to successfully complete a post-offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.

Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds, including: Tree Worker, Bucket Operator, Trimmer, Foreman, Climber, Rock Climbing, Outdoor Labor, Utility Line Clearance, Arboriculture, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Vegetation Management, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on the job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs & a complete benefits package. Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!

*Please Note: Correspondence will be primarily via e-mail. Please provide us with a working e-mail on your application. If you don't hear from Lucas Tree within a day, please check your spam folder.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Please list any relevant work experience (working with trees, around utility lines)
• Are you at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the US?
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?
• What is your preferred contact email address? (Application will not be considered if left blank)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CDL (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road