Arborist Trainee / Climber - Transmission - Concord, NH

LUCAS TREE EXPERTS; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)

High earning potential with weekly incentives

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Work outdoors

Job summary

A leading tree care company in Concord, New Hampshire, is seeking an Arborist Trainee / Climber to work outdoors in physical labor. Responsibilities include vegetation removal, equipment maintenance, and operating forestry tools. The company offers free on-the-job training, paid certifications for career advancement, and a competitive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals. Ideal candidates should be physically fit and able to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 45 hours weekly.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a current and valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to learn to operate bucket trucks and obtain CDL licenses.
• Must be able to pass post-offer physical, drug screen, background and MVR checks.

Responsibilities

• Remove vegetation manually from work areas.
• Operate chainsaws and other forestry equipment.
• Perform line clearance and pruning activities.
• Learn to operate equipment safely and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Ability to learn equipment operation

Physical fitness

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Forestry equipment

Job description

Overview

Arborist Trainee / Climber - Transmission - Concord, New Hampshire

Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for motivated individuals to join our team as an Arborist Trainee / Climber.

Transmission crews work off-road on utility right of ways removing and maintaining vegetation to protect the power grid. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and willing to learn all aspects of the trade: felling, climbing, rigging, equipment operation, and vegetation management. No experience in the tree industry necessary! Lucas Tree Experts provides FREE on-the-job training for those willing, able, and interested in learning this skilled trade.

Are you looking for a company that provides career advancement opportunities? Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way.

Benefits

• Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)


• High earning potential with weekly incentives


• Safety first culture


• Advancement opportunities


• Paid time off and paid holidays


• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package


• 401(k) with company match


• Work outdoors!

Responsibilities

This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity. Duties include manual removal of vegetation from work areas, maintenance of tools such as chainsaws, chippers and equipment, pesticide application, safely operating various forestry equipment (skidders, mowers, chainsaws, ATVs) and performing line clearance, pruning, and removals.

Requirements

• Must be able to work 45 hours weekly.


• Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.


• Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.


• Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.


• Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (e.g., walk on uneven grounds, carry 75 lbs.).


• Must be willing to work at varying heights.


• Must be willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck & operate equipment safely.


• Must be willing and able to obtain a CDL A or B license.


• Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career.


• Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.

Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds, including Utility Line Clearance, Integrated Vegetation Management, Arboriculture, Field Operations Management, Supervisor, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Forestry, Off-Road, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs as well as a complete benefits package.

Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!

Please Note: Correspondence will be primarily via e-mail. Please provide us with a working e-mail on your application. If you don\'t hear from Lucas Tree within a day, please check your spam folder.