Arborist

Callaway Gardens and Resorts; Pine Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Callaway Resort & Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia, is seeking a grounds/tree crew member responsible for maintaining healthy trees and landscapes. The role includes pruning, planting, mulching, and operating a range of pruning tools and equipment while following safety protocols.

The position requires working in varied weather, long hours, and ability to work at heights on aerial lifts, with a focus on team collaboration and safety compliance. Equal employment opportunity statement included.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in tree removals, pruning, planting and operation of chainsaws, and other pruning tools
• Ability to work within a team environment

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess tree health, structure, and safety risks
• Prune, trim, and shape tree canopies to promote healthy growth and eliminate deadwood
• Safely remove hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees
• Plant trees, perennials and other plants
• Install mulch and pine straw
• Safe and proper operation of chainsaws, pole saws, brush cutters, string trimmers, mowers, tractors and aerial lifts
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Tree care

Pruning

Planting

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Tools

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Brush cutters

Mowers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Callaway Resort & Gardens (CGR) is an iconic 2,500-acre resort destination featuring a variety of lodging choices, unique garden attractions, seasonal special events, 36 holes of golf, fishing, biking trails, and residences. Located in scenic and historic Pine Mountain, Georgia, Callaway reflects the dream of its founder Cason J. Callaway 75 years ago. Currently CGR is part of Herschend Enterprises, Resort and Lodging Division, as part of a family of companies focused on family entertainment. For over seven decades Herschend Enterprises has operated with the purpose of bringing families closer together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Herschend Enterprises is considered the largest family-owned themed attractions corporation. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Inspect and assess tree health, structure, and safety risks
• Prune, trim, and shape tree canopies to promote healthy growth and eliminate deadwood
• Safely remove hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees
• Plant trees, perennials and other plants
• Install mulch and pine straw
• Safe and proper operation of chainsaws, pole saws, brush cutters, string trimmers, mowers, tractors and aerial lifts
• Other duties as assigned

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, emergency response protocols, and proper operation of equipment
• Proper PPE is required at all times

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• 2 + years' experience in tree removals, pruning, planting and operation of chainsaws, and other pruning tools
• Ability to work within a team environment

Skills & Requirements:

• Long hours are sometimes required.
• Ability to work in all environmental conditions, cold weather, hot weather, rain, snow, and other weather conditions
• Working at heights in aerial lifts
• Proficiency using chainsaws and other related equipment
• Exerting up to 50 + pounds of force occasionally, and /or frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, pullingor otherwise moving objects.
• Ability to stand for long hours at a time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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