Tree Care Climber - Training & Growth Path

Moon Valley Nursery Inc; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking a Tree Care Climber to assist the Foreman, lead the crew, climb and trim trees, and operate equipment such as chainsaws and chippers. We will train you for a great paying career.

You will prune and remove trees and shrubs, use hand and power tools, keep the crew organized, and grow your skills in tree care and climbing techniques. The role is full-time, outdoors, and requires safety awareness and physical fitness.

Qualifications

• Follow instructions and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of climbing harnesses, tree gaffs, chippers and rigging.
• Comfortable climbing to heights up to 60 ft.
• Proper felling techniques.
• Follow safety guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Follow ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 standards.

Responsibilities

• Pruning and removing trees and shrubs.
• Using small tools such as shovels, rakes, chainsaws, and other applicable equipment.
• Cleaning, organizing and following tasks as a crew to take care of our clients.
• Willing to learn and grow to become even better.
• Climbing trees for pruning or removals.
• Knowledgeable about trees and tree climbing techniques.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow safety protocols

Tree climbing techniques

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Operate chainsaws and chippers

Rigging techniques

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking a Tree Care Climber to assist the Foreman, lead the crew, climb and trim trees, and operate equipment such as chainsaws and chippers. We will train you for a great paying career.

You will prune and remove trees and shrubs, use hand and power tools, keep the crew organized, and grow your skills in tree care and climbing techniques. The role is full-time, outdoors, and requires safety awareness and physical fitness.