What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tree Climber position at Regenerative Gardenworks LLC?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Tree Climber and become a vital part of maintaining healthy, beautiful, and safe urban and rural landscapes. In this energetic role, you will utilize your climbing skills, technical expertise, and safety awareness to perform tree care operations that enhance the environment and ensure public safety. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, develop specialized arborist skills, and contribute to community beautification projects.
Duties
- Safely ascend trees using climbing gear, rigging techniques, and bucket trucks to access difficult-to-reach areas.
- Perform tree pruning, trimming, and removal with precision, ensuring the health of trees and safety of surrounding areas.
- Use arborist rigging techniques to dismantle or support large branches during removal or maintenance tasks.
- Operate bucket trucks and other equipment such as chainsaws and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) tools for precise work planning and execution.
- Conduct plant care activities including pruning, planting, and landscape maintenance to promote healthy growth.
- Implement safety protocols diligently during all climbing and tree care operations to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Assist with land clearing projects by removing hazardous trees or limbs while adhering to industry standards for tree removal.
Qualifications
- Proven outdoor work experience with a focus on horticulture, landscaping, or arboriculture.
- Strong knowledge of dendrology (the study of trees), tree care practices, and landscape maintenance techniques.
- Experience operating bucket trucks, chainsaws, and other tree care equipment safely and effectively.
- Familiarity with arborist rigging techniques for complex tree removal or pruning tasks.
- Ability to follow safety protocols rigorously in all climbing and operational activities.
- Growing experience in horticulture or landscaping is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of GIS technology is a plus for site mapping and planning purposes.
Join us if you're passionate about outdoor work, eager to develop your tree care expertise, and committed to maintaining safe, thriving environments through skilled climbing and landscape management!
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30