Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Finksburg (MD); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and education programs

Job summary

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union seeks an Arborist Climber in Finksburg, MD. In this role, you will be part of a team responsible for tree climbing and assisting in tree and shrub care services. Candidates should have a passion for nature, at least one year of tree climbing experience, and the ability to work outdoors year-round in various weather conditions. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a strong emphasis on safety and professional development.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing and aerial lift operation experience.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performing ground and tree climbing duties in support of job assignments.
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture.
• Learning and adhering to safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Tree identification

Pruning

Safety adherence

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Overview

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties.

Benefits

• $22.00-$28.00 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities

As an Arborist Climber, you will play an important role in:

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Tree identification
  • Tree risk assessments
  • Pruning
  • Removals
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Root collar excavations
  • Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

Location

Baltimore, MD

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.