Tree Climber

Joshua Tree Experts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

PTO Days

Year-round employment

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in Houston is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join a 2–4 person crew. You will assist in removal, pruning and preservation, while maintaining equipment and communicating with clients near job sites.

The role requires a strong emphasis on safety, a valid driver’s license, and at least 4 years of climbing experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision, with paid vacations and PTO, and year-round full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Must have HS Diploma or GED.
• At least 4 years experience in tree climbing.
• 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

Effective communication

Customer service

Safety culture

Aerial lift operations

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Aerial lift operations

Job description

Want to work in a culture focused on safety and professionalism?

Joshua Tree Experts, the premier tree care professionals in Houston is 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 the Tree Crew.

Climber's are responsible for ensuring safe tree operations, maintaining assigned equipment, and communicating with effectively with crew. Climbers play a key role in communicating with clients and public near the job site.

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 4 years experience of tree climbing
• Valid driver's license

The BEST candidate to be a Tree Climber:

• Forestry or Horticulture Degree
• ISA Certified Arborist

What can Joshua Tree Experts do for YOU:

• A culture focused on SAFETY
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance
• Full time, YEAR ROUND employment with benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and PTO Days