Lead Tree Climber: Pruning, Safety & Team Leader

SavATree LLC; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Plan

Equipment Account

Training & Development

Safety-focused equipment

Job summary

SavATree is seeking a Tree Climber to join our General Tree Care Team. You will perform pruning, removals, and cabling, climbing with safety and expertise to protect client landscapes and ensure top-quality results.

This role offers opportunities to lead within the Crew Lead track for those showing leadership traits. You will work with industry-leading equipment, adhere to ANSI standards, and contribute to a safety-first culture in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient pruning technique for large trees and ornamentals.
• Strong knowledge of tree and shrub species and their characteristics.
• Comfortable climbing without spurs and maintaining safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality tree care services including pruning, removals, and cabling.
• Climb trees safely using proper techniques, ropes, saddle, and ladders.
• Operate chainsaws, aerial lifts (bucket trucks), and other tree care equipment.
• Apply ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and ANSI Z safety practices in all tasks.
• Ensure proper pruning cuts and preserve tree health and structure.
• Assist in removals and use ropes or spikes for safe takedowns.

Skills

Pruning techniques

Tree species knowledge

Climbing without spurs

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial Lifts

Ropes & Safety Gear

Job description

SavATree is seeking a Tree Climber to join our General Tree Care Team. You will perform pruning, removals, and cabling, climbing with safety and expertise to protect client landscapes and ensure top-quality results.

This role offers opportunities to lead within the Crew Lead track for those showing leadership traits. You will work with industry-leading equipment, adhere to ANSI standards, and contribute to a safety-first culture in a collaborative team environment.