Arborist / Tree Climber

Deans Services; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Great trucks and equipment

Training for industry certifications

Health/dental/vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Referral bonus

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Senske Services in Washington state is seeking an Arborist to perform all aspects of tree care, including pruning for safety, clearance, and visibility. You will assist with removal of hazards, bucking, brush chipping, and rigging for limbs, using ground and aerial methods.

You must have tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and be comfortable working with aerial lifts. The team is outdoors, focused on safety, training, and customer communication.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of climbing (DdRT or SRT) bucket operation in tree care.
• Experience with pruning for health, removal, rigging, and equipment maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving history.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree care work including pruning for safety, clearance, and visibility.
• Assist with hazardous tree removal, bucking, brush chipping, and rigging for limbs.
• Operate ground and aerial equipment; respond to tree emergencies 24/7.
• Lead, guide, and train staff; communicate clearly with customers onsite.

Skills

DdRT/SRT climbing

Bucket operation

Rigging

Chainsaw

Driver's license

Education

ISA Arborist Certification preferred

Tools

Aerial lifts

Man-lift

Job description

Senske Services is leading the way in providing the highest quality service as we continue expanding our customer base. We need you to help our customers fulfill their visions.

As an Arborist, you will be responsible for performing all aspects of tree care, including pruning for safety, clearance, and visibility. This position involves assisting with the removal of hazardous trees, bucking, brush chipping, and using technical rigging techniques for limbs, as well as ground and aerial methods, and associated equipment. Tree Climbers are experienced in using ropes and harnesses, as well as spur and flip line climbing techniques, aerial man lifts, chainsaws, and rigging systems. They are responsible for responding to tree emergency activities resulting from weather events 24 hours a day, year-round, and may lead, guide, and train staff performing related work. Tree Climbers display strong communication skills when providing customers with information while working with them onsite. Our customers feel comfortable and informed when you meet with them.

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? If you have tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and have worked with aerial lifts in the tree care industry, we would love to hear from you!

Come join our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Wage Range

$24.00 - $29.00 per hour. The starting wage is determined based on relevant experience. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Perks

• Competitive Hourly Pay - Life is expensive! We believe in paying well.
• We are a fast-growing company, which means you will have opportunities to advance your career – we promote from within and are dedicated to your growth
• Great Trucks & Equipment
• Support and training for industry certifications
• Affordable health care packages that include medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability and paid life insurance
• 401K with Employer Match, 9 Company Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation (accrue up to 1 week of paid vacation your first year), Paid Sick Leave (accrue up to 1 week of paid sick leave your first year)
• We offer a referral bonus!
• We recognize and reward great work by offering huge commission incentives (10%-15% depending on the service sold) and other compensation contests (bonuses & gift cards)

Must Haves

• At least 1 year of climbing (DdRT or SRT) bucket operation experience in the tree care industry
• Experience: climbing, rigging, pruning for health, removal, shearing, chainsaw maintenance, climbing gear maintenance, CDL for driving bucket truck, man-lift experience, and experience pruning from a man-lift bucket
• Possess a valid driver's license and have a history of safe driving
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening and drug test (THC excluded).
• At least 21 years old or older (requirement to drive a company vehicle)
• Committed to safety and the use of all the proper PPE the job requires
• ISA Arborist Certification is preferred but not required
• Encourage a Positive Team Atmosphere & Willingness to Help Others – A good team member keeps their crew’s spirits high!

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