Tree Climber

Joshua Tree Experts; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in tree care is seeking a skilled Tree Climber to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment focused on safety and professional growth. As a Tree Climber, you'll be integral to tree operations, ensuring safe practices while providing excellent customer service. With opportunities for paid training and career advancement, this position is perfect for those passionate about arboriculture. Join a company that values work/life balance and offers year-round employment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays

PTO Days

Paid Training

Safety Incentives

Uniform Servicing

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of tree climbing experience is required.
• Understanding of ANSI standards for Tree Care Operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tree removal, pruning, and preservation techniques.
• Maintain assigned equipment and vehicle.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Aerial Lift Operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forestry or Horticulture Degree

Tools

Climbing Equipment

Safety Gear

Job description

Tree Climber

Our clients love us, because we love ensuring they have safe, healthy, and beautiful home environments.

Joshua Tree Experts, New Jersey's premier tree care, lawn care, and pest control professionals, is searching for an experienced Tree Climber!

As a Tree Climber with Joshua Tree 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. Climbers play a key role in communicating with clients and public near the job site.

We are dedicated to expanding our coworkers' knowledge and abilities. This is why Joshua Tree 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
• 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
• Paid Training and Education to obtain Industry certifications and licensing
• Safety Incentives
• Uniform Servicing

Come and join Joshua Tree, a BETTER team of tree care professionals. Apply now!