Arborist Climber - Year-Round Work & Growth

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health plan

Dental plan

401K retirement savings plan

Job summary

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Tree Climber to join our family-owned arboriculture team. You will assist the crew leader, perform climbing and ground duties, and help with pruning, rigging, and site setup.

We offer year-round work, competitive pay from $22 to $35 per hour based on experience, overtime, and a benefits package including health, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Two/four year degree in Arboriculture or 2+ years of tree care industry experience.
• Knowledge of pruning techniques including large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Ability to climb utilizing rope and saddle.
• Knowledge of rigging techniques and knots.
• Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain chainsaws and other standard equipment.
• Experience with bucket truck operation.
• Valid Driver’s License, CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by crew leader.
• Assist in pruning, take-downs, cabling and bracing.
• Safely operate equipment.
• Participate in all job site safety briefings.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Set up job sites, rigging, and clean up as required.
• Utilize knowledge of knotting and rigging concepts related to tree wounding/pruning.

Skills

Climbing with rope and saddle

Rigging techniques & knots

Tree pruning techniques

Operate chainsaws & equipment

Bucket truck operation

Driver's license (CDL preferred)

Education

Two/four year degree in Arboriculture

Job description

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care in Stamford, CT, is seeking a Tree Climber to join our family-owned arboriculture team. You will assist the crew leader, perform climbing and ground duties, and help with pruning, rigging, and site setup.

We offer year-round work, competitive pay from $22 to $35 per hour based on experience, overtime, and a benefits package including health, dental, and a 401(k) plan.