Arborist

Bratt Tree Company Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bratt Tree Company Inc in Minneapolis is seeking a skilled Arborist to join our team, where you will be responsible for leading a crew in providing top-notch arboricultural care. This role requires expertise in pruning, tree removal, and equipment operation, all while ensuring safety protocols are upheld.

If you enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for trees, this exciting opportunity offers competitive pay based on your experience. Join a dynamic environment where your skills will be truly valued.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Familiarity with rigging techniques for safe branch and tree section removal.
• Excellent physical fitness and stamina to climb trees.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for clients.
• Prepare for jobsite hazards and obstacles.
• Mentor crew members through the Arborist Development Program.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Strong knowledge of tree care practices and techniques

Experience operating bucket trucks for elevated work

Ability to identify common tree species

Attention to detail

Tools

Chainsaws

Bucket trucks

Aerial lifts

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Arborist to join our growing team.

Duties

• We understand that experienced arborists vary the type of work they do on the team and we like to put you in a position to succeed!
• Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Prepare for jobsite hazards and obstacles.
• Create a plan and decide which equipment will be used to complete the job.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Mentor crew members through the Bratt Tree Arborist Development Program.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, bucket trucks, aerial lifts and more.

Skills

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete the First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Strong knowledge of tree care practices and techniques.
• Proficient in all the equipment used to complete the tree service.
• Experience operating bucket trucks for elevated work.
• Familiarity with rigging techniques for safe branch and tree section removal.
• Ability to identify common tree species and recognize signs of disease or damage.
• Excellent physical fitness and stamina to climb trees and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.

If you have a passion for trees and enjoy working outdoors, this is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an experienced arborist. We offer competitive pay based on experience and the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will be valued.