Traveling Tree Climber – Utility & Storm Restoration

ISA Certified Arborist; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Climber to join our vegetation management team. The role focuses on climbing, pruning, and removing trees while following foreperson directives and safety rules.

Responsibilities include loading materials, using pole saws and chain saws, inspecting tools, and maintaining safety around electrical hazards. Travel for storm restoration work may be required; high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming/removal.
• Able to climb/ descend trees using rope and safety saddle.
• Able to administer emergency rescue techniques including tree rescue and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Climb, prune, and remove trees as directed by Foreperson.
• Load/unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; feed brush into chipper.
• Work from ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, and gas-powered chain saws.

Skills

Knot tying

Rope rigging

Tree climbing

Emergency rescue

Education

High School diploma or education equivalent

Job description

The ISA Certified Arborist is seeking a Climber to join our vegetation management team. The role focuses on climbing, pruning, and removing trees while following foreperson directives and safety rules.

Responsibilities include loading materials, using pole saws and chain saws, inspecting tools, and maintaining safety around electrical hazards. Travel for storm restoration work may be required; high school diploma preferred.