Tree Climber

Joshua Tree Experts; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Holidays

PTO days

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts, Bethesda's premier tree care company, seeks an experienced Tree Climber to join a 2- to 4-person crew. You will assist in tree removal, pruning, and general preservation while keeping safety and equipment in top condition.

Paid training, opportunities for advancement, strong work/life balance, plus holidays and PTO are offered. Must be able to work at least 40 hours per week and have a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years experience of tree climbing, rigging, removals.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with crew leader and coworkers effectively.
• Maintain professional image.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Delegate work to Groundman Operations Specialist.
• Maintain vehicle and assigned equipment.
• Follow company safety culture.
• Understand and follow ANSI standards for Tree Care Operations.
• Must be available to work at least 40 hours per week.
• Understanding of aerial lift operations.

Skills

Tree climbing

Team communication

Customer service

Safety culture

Equipment maintenance

ANSI standards

Aerial lift operations

Work hours 40/week

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Calling All Tree Climbers!

Are you currently working in the tree care industry and looking to make a change?

Calling All Tree Climbers!

Are you currently working in the tree care industry and looking to make a change?

Joshua Tree Experts, Bethesda's premier area tree care professionals, are searching for an experienced Tree Climber!

As a Tree Climber with Joshua Tree Experts you will work alongside a 2 to 4-person tree crew. You will be assisting in tree removal, tree pruning, and general tree preservation techniques. Being a Climber is an extremely important role for Tree Crew. Climber's are responsible for ensuring safe tree operations, maintaining assigned equipment, and communicating with effectively with crew.

We are dedicated to expanding our coworkers' knowledge and abilities. This is why Joshua Tree Experts offers paid training to Tree Climbers to ensure they have the latest understanding of industry technology and techniques.

What a Tree Climber Does

• Communicates with crew leader and coworkers effectively
• Maintain professional image
• Provide excellent customer service
• Delegate work to Groundman Operations Specialist
• Maintain vehicle and assigned equipment
• Follow company safety culture
• Understand and follow ANSI standards for Tree Care Operations
• Must be available to work at least 40 hours per week
• Understanding of aerial lift operations

What a Tree Climber Must Have

• HS Diploma or GED
• At least 2 years experience of tree climbing, rigging, removals.
• Valid driver's license

What Can Joshua Tree Experts Do For YOU

• A culture focused on SAFETY
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance
• Holidays, and PTO Days
• Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing

Come and join Joshua Tree Experts, a BETTER team of tree care professionals. Our clients love us, because we love ensuring they have safe, healthy, and beautiful home environments.