Arborist/ Tree Pruner

Ryan Lawn & Tree; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Lawn & Tree is hiring for the role of Arborist, Pruner, Groundsman to join their expanding arborist team. The successful candidate will perform pruning, tree removal, and maintain landscaping while contributing to a safe work environment. Competitive benefits including full-time employment and a starting salary of over $45,000 paired with growth opportunities await successful applicants.

Benefits

Full-time, year-round employment

Health Insurance

401k with company match

Dental/Vision and more

100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan

11 Paid Holidays

17 Days Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• CDL Class B with air brakes required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb and work aloft.

Responsibilities

• Complete pruning work on client properties, including tree and shrub pruning.
• Operate small engine equipment efficiently.
• Communicate with clients regarding process and services.

Skills

Team player

Respect for safety/heights

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Education

Forestry or related fields

CDL Class B with air brakes

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Chain saws

Shears

String trimmer

Job description

Description

Want to work for the best? Ryan Lawn & Tree was just named one of the top three lawn and landscape companies in the US! Our company is rapidly growing and we are expanding our professional arborist group. If you love working outside and enjoy an adrenaline rush, we want to talk to you about a role involving pruning and tree climbing.

What does an Arborist,Pruner, Groundsman do?

• Assist in completing pruning work on client properties. Including but not limited to, Tree Pruning, Tree Removal, Shrub pruning, Mulch installation, and Stump grinding.
• Work in a team environment as well as efficiently on your own
• Operate small engine equipment: chain saws, shears, string trimmer, ect.
• Communicate with clients regarding process and expectations of services needed and performed

Requirements

Forestry, or related fields is a plus, as is industry experience. However, if you are willing to learn, both on the job and at home, we have a training program in place that will help you acquire the skills needed to succeed in this industry. Other requirements include:

• Respect for safety/heights
• Be a team player
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• CDL Class B with air brakes required
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to push and pull objects while walking 3 miles a day or more
• Ability to climb and work aloft
• Ability to obtain DOT certification
• Valid driver’s license required

Why work at RYAN?

RYAN is a proven leader in the lawn and landscape industry and has a reputation as one of the highest-quality lawn and tree companies in the nation. Our rapid, sustained growth has and will continue to provide advancement opportunities for employees that excel in their careers. In addition to being a non-smoking & EEOC company with advancement opportunities, other great benefits include:

• Full-time, year-round employment with a starting compensation of $45,000+, with opportunity to grow
• Bonuses available
• Tuesday-Saturday schedule
• Excellent benefits package
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k w/ company match
  • Dental/Vision and more
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 17 Days Paid Time Off
• ESOP