Tree Care Climber

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by an employee in this position:
A. Performs job functions timely and efficiently.

• Uphold, promote, and exceed all standards of safety as described in SGI’s policies and OSHA regulations and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z133 and A300 tree trimming and safety standards. Immediate reporting of any employee injuries or liability claims to the PM and the Human Resources Department.
• Generate, implement, and exceed company policies, systems, and procedures of all Field Operations, Safety, Quality Control, and Technical Training Programs.
• Monitoring and holding all subordinates to their duties and responsibilities and acceptable SGI performance levels, coaching and counseling employees with your Crew Leader and PM.
• Performs all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the crew leader or designated Production Manager or Account Manager.
• Understands and demonstrates proficiency in all aspects of the ground person position.
• Understands the identity of basic trees and shrubs common to the service area.
• Demonstrates proper application of approved knots.
• Demonstrates and practices proper rigging techniques.
• Demonstrates and practices proper climbing techniques and procedures.
• Develop a basic understanding of tree growth.
• Support and receive direction for work to be completed and hold accountable for production and quality standards.
• Attending all necessary field staff meetings for reviews, training, scheduling, and general field procedural direction. Complete site cleaning.
• Clean, maintain, and assist in servicing equipment and make minor equipment repairs.
• Be active in learning and progressing in all areas of tree care practices when given the opportunity.

B. The organization's customer service standards are reflected in daily work habits.

• Complaints are researched and responded to within 24 hours unless possible to complete the same working day.
• Requests from other departments are responded to in a friendly and positive manner within 24 hours unless possible to complete the same working day.
• When possible, take the initiative to offer help to co-workers in overload situations.
• All co-workers and customers are treated courteously. Maintain a cooperative and well-communicated relationship with all crew members and crew leader.

C. Demonstrates behaviors that are consistent with the Code of Conduct and aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and shared values.

• Reports promptly any suspected or potential violations of laws, regulations, procedures, policies, and practices, and cooperates in investigations.
• Conducts all transactions in compliance with all company policies, procedures, standards, and practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all applicable compliance and legal requirements of the job based on the scope of practice of the position.

D. Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are always professional.

• Excellent attendance record and follows sick, rain day, and vacation day procedures.
• Wear appropriate uniform and PPE for job functions and ensure personal hygiene, keeping trucks, yards, and other work areas in good order.
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with customers and staff.
• Represents the organization positively and professionally in the community.
• Always maintains organizational and employee confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Hearing: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Speaking: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job, such as communicating with multiple personnel.
• Vision: Normal visual acuity.
• Other: Must be able to prioritize; have cognitive reasoning and problem-solving ability.
• Lifting to 50 lbs.
• Pushing up to 50 lbs.

EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent qualification
RELATED WORK: Experience:
Tree Care: 1 year (Required)
Tree Climbing: 1 Year (Required)
License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)