Powerline Tree Care Technician — Safe, Skilled, Growing

Zielies Tree Service Inc.; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation after 1 year

401k with company match after 1 year

5 Paid Holidays after 6 months

Health Insurance benefit after 90 days

Fulltime work

Overtime opportunities vary

Weekly direct deposit

Excellent growth opportunities

Industry leading safety and training |

Paid training

PPE and tools provided

Job summary

Zielies Tree Service Inc. in Ruston, LA is hiring Tree Care Professionals. Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, we value a strong work ethic and safety, and you'll help maintain powerline right-of-ways and contribute to environmental stewardship.

This full-time role offers hourly pay between $15 and $20, overtime opportunities, benefits after 90 days, paid training, and room for growth within a company that prioritizes safety, quality, and community service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of tree care techniques and safety practices.
• Experience operating common tree-care equipment is preferred.
• Commitment to safety protocols and regulations.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Cut and trim trees using industry best practices.
• Operate wedges, sledges, and chainsaws for felling and trimming.
• Apply herbicide as indicated on maps to prevent growth.
• Load and unload trucks with logs, stumps, brush, and debris; feed brush into a woodchipper.
• Follow best management practices to safeguard coworkers and the public.
• Inspect tools and equipment; request repairs when needed; maintain site cleanliness.
• Commitment to working safely daily.
• Perform other related work as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Tree care knowledge

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Strong work ethic

Tools

Chainsaw

Woodchipper

Wedges

Job description

Zielies Tree Service Inc. in Ruston, LA is hiring Tree Care Professionals. Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, we value a strong work ethic and safety, and you'll help maintain powerline right-of-ways and contribute to environmental stewardship.

This full-time role offers hourly pay between $15 and $20, overtime opportunities, benefits after 90 days, paid training, and room for growth within a company that prioritizes safety, quality, and community service.