Tree Care Climber II: Pruning, Rigging & Canopy Work

BrightView Landscapes; Long Grove (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes LLC is seeking a Climber II to advance professional tree care, pruning, cabling, bracing, and removals. You will support the team in site clearing, debris disposal, and safe working practices on trees up to 100 feet tall.

The role requires intermediate climbing skills, ability to read instructions, perform rigging safely, and obtain EHAP, First-Aid and CPR certifications. Expect outdoor work in varied conditions and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated tree care skills and intermediate climbing aptitude.
• Ability to follow roping/rigging procedures and maintain equipment.
• Ability to read safety rules and operation manuals; report malfunctions.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork in field operations.
• Able to obtain EHAP, First-Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform pruning and limb removal on the ground and in trees up to 100 feet.
• Access trees safely per protocols and move through canopy while protecting surroundings.
• Operate powered equipment like chippers, trucks, and blowers safely.
• Execute ground and canopy-based chainsaw techniques for trimming and removals.
• Design basic rigging to facilitate safe branch/tree removals and protect people/property.

Skills

Tree care

Pruning

Cabling

Bracing

Lightning protection

Tree removals

Rigging

Education

EHAP, First-Aid and CPR certification

Tools

Chippers

Trucks

Blowers

Chainsaws

Job description

BrightView Landscapes LLC is seeking a Climber II to advance professional tree care, pruning, cabling, bracing, and removals. You will support the team in site clearing, debris disposal, and safe working practices on trees up to 100 feet tall.

The role requires intermediate climbing skills, ability to read instructions, perform rigging safely, and obtain EHAP, First-Aid and CPR certifications. Expect outdoor work in varied conditions and adherence to safety standards.