Tree Climber

BrightView Landscapes; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes is seeking a Climber I to join our vegetation care team. This entry-level role involves pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and tree removals, plus assisting with site clearing and debris disposal.

You will work in trees and on the ground, using PPE and climbing techniques under supervision, while following safety rules and company protocols. A strong work ethic and reliable communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Able to read and interpret safety rules and procedures.
• Able to follow directions related to roping and rigging, and equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and safety focus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to calculate weight, volume, and distance for arboricultural tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in trees up to 60 feet.
• Access a tree safely following company protocols and move in the canopy while removing branches safely.
• Safely operate powered equipment like chippers, trucks, and blowers.
• Use basic to intermediate chainsaw skills for ground- and canopy-based cutting.
• Use hand tools such as saws, pruners, poles, rakes, and shovels for tree care tasks.
• Wear PPE per industry standards and company protocols.
• Maintain a safe and organized work zone.
• Implement plans to prevent property damage and injuries during operations.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Communication

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Education

EHAP Certification

First-Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

• Climber I is a beginner level climber position responsible for working in trees to perform general tree care including pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and tree removals. Supports team in site clearing and chipping tree debris and disposing of tree debris.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform basic tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in small to medium sized trees (up to 60 feet in height)
• Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections and assessments. Safely and efficiently move throughout the canopy and remove branches without causing damage or injury
• Safe operation of powered equipment such as chippers, trucks, and blowers
• Basic to intermediate chainsaw skills and proficiency in both ground-based and canopy-based chainsaw techniques
• Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to perform tree care tasks
• Use task specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to industry standards and company protocols
• Maintain safe and organized work zone
• Effectively implement plans to prevent property damage and personal injury during tree care operations

Education And Experience

• Demonstration of role specific skills or verifiable requisite experience.
• Able to successfully follow directions and established procedures related to roping and rigging, maintenance of equipment, adjustments to equipment, and reporting malfunctioning equipment.
• Read and interpret documents such as sales orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to perform mathematical operations (add, subtract, multiply and divide) using weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Ability to calculate or estimate weight, volume and distance related to arboricultural field operations
• Apply critical thinking skills to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Effective communication skills
• Able to become certified in EHAP, First-Aid and CPR
• Strong work ethic
• Communicate using hand signals with climbers to ensure safety and to perform work within acceptable standards
• Communicate verbally with the general public to direct them safely around the work area

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (during emergency work, mandatory overtime, after-hours, weekends, and holiday work may be required)
• Ability to bend, stoop and twist continuously throughout the day

Work Environment

• Work outdoors in extreme conditions near automotive traffic and direct sunlight.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme conditions – temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
• Requires protective clothing and personal devices: Eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, ear plugs, long sleeved shirts, and work boots

Brightview Landscapes LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.