Junior Tree Climber: Pruning, Canopy & Safety

BrightView Landscapes; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes is seeking an entry-level Climber I to perform general tree care including pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and removals in Murray, Utah. You will support the team with debris disposal and site clearing while following safety and PPE protocols.

Responsibilities include basic tree care operations up to 60 feet, safe access and canopy movement, operating chippers and blowers, as well as hands-on use of pruning tools and chainsaws.

Qualifications

• Demonstration of role specific skills or verifiable requisite experience.
• Able to follow instructions related to roping, rigging, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret safety documents and manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and approximate math for measurements.
• Effective communication with climbers and general public.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in small to medium sized trees (up to 60 feet in height)
• Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections and assessments. Safely and efficiently move throughout the canopy and remove branches without causing damage or injury
• Safe operation of powered equipment such as chippers, trucks, and blowers
• Basic to intermediate chainsaw skills and proficiency in both ground-based and canopy-based chainsaw techniques
• Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to perform tree care tasks
• Use task specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to industry standards and company protocols
• Maintain safe and organized work zone
• Effectively implement plans to prevent property damage and personal injury during tree care operations

Skills

Climbing

Tree pruning

Safety compliance

Communication

Equipment operation

Education

EHAP certification

First-Aid and CPR certification

Job description

BrightView Landscapes is seeking an entry-level Climber I to perform general tree care including pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and removals in Murray, Utah. You will support the team with debris disposal and site clearing while following safety and PPE protocols.

Responsibilities include basic tree care operations up to 60 feet, safe access and canopy movement, operating chippers and blowers, as well as hands-on use of pruning tools and chainsaws.