Tree Climber

International Society of Arboriculture; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established tree service in Seattle is seeking an experienced tree climber to join their team. This role requires a minimum of three years of climbing experience and a positive attitude. You will be responsible for climbing trees using various techniques, performing spurred removals, and demonstrating fluency in rigging skills. The company values punctuality and teamwork, offering a supportive environment. With competitive pay based on experience and a range of benefits including paid vacations and medical insurance, this is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about arboriculture and teamwork.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of climbing experience required.
• Ability to safely drive a chip truck with chipper attached.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently climb trees using various roped entry techniques.
• Perform spurred removals and complex rigging.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Teamwork

Time Management

Driving a Chip Truck

Roped Entry Techniques

Rigging Skills

Education

ISA Certification

Job description

Experienced Tree Climber Wanted for established Seattle tree service, Tree People. Most jobs are in north Seattle.

Requirements:

• Must have 3 years climbing experience
• Positive attitude with an ability to work with others
• Be on time
• Safely drive a chip truck with chipper attached

Job Duties:

• Ability to efficiently climb trees with a variety of roped entry techniques.
• Competently perform spurred removals
• Fluency in complex rigging skills
• ISA Certification is a plus but NOT required

We Offer:

• Paid vacation (if working 40/week this is 2 weeks/year)
• Paid holidays (6 per year)
• Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance after 6 months
• Pay is day rated; we work until the job is done, but we are fair and this averages to 8 hours/day. Anything over 40hr/week is overtime.
• Pay is DOE

If this sounds like a good fit for you, email us with your information:

• Name
• Phone number
• Any certifications
• References/companies you have worked for