Tree Care Technician I

NJLM; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgewood Village is seeking a Tree Maintenance Worker 1 in a full-time role. Primary duties include planting, transplanting, pruning, and cutting trees, along with assisting in disease treatment plans. Applicants should have experience with wood chippers and chainsaws, and may hold a valid New Jersey Class B CDL.

Working hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Resumes and Village Application are due by December 3, 2026, with interviews to follow.

Qualifications

• Experience in urban tree maintenance and pruning.
• Ability to perform basic ground crew tasks and assist with tree care.
• Knowledge of tree removal basics and stump/root grinding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planting, transplanting, pruning, and cutting of trees.
• Perform basic ground crew tasks under supervision.
• Possess knowledge of pruning/removal techniques and use of safety gear.
• Utilize wood chippers, chainsaws, ropes and knots; backhoe and bucket truck experience is a plus.

Skills

Tree pruning

Ground crew tasks

Safety awareness

Education

NJ Class B CDL

Tools

Wood chippers

Chainsaws

Backhoe

Bucket truck

Job description

Ridgewood Village is seeking a Tree Maintenance Worker 1 in a full-time role. Primary duties include planting, transplanting, pruning, and cutting trees, along with assisting in disease treatment plans. Applicants should have experience with wood chippers and chainsaws, and may hold a valid New Jersey Class B CDL.

Working hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Resumes and Village Application are due by December 3, 2026, with interviews to follow.