Tree Climber

Arbor Masters; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

FSA

401(k) Company Match

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

AD&D Insurance

EAP

Paid Holidays

Certification renewals

Job summary

Arbor Masters in Shawnee, Kansas is seeking a Tree Climber to join our field crew. You will operate bucket and claw trucks, perform pruning, rigging, and ensure safety protocols on every job.

The role requires climbing experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather. We offer top quartile pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Join our team and grow with a company that values safety, training, and professional certifications.

Qualifications

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and possess a class C driver’s license
• CDL class A or class B License with airbrake endorsement is preferred, but not required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 2-3 year rope and saddle climbing experience including knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical rigging
• Must have basic knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques
• Ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feet
• Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50lbs on a regular basis
• Experience operating bucket or claw trucks preferred
• Cabling and bracing skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, such as bucket trucks, claw trucks, chippers, and chainsaws.
• Repairing, sharpening, and maintaining equipment and tools.
• Perform basic felling and rigging, including aerial rigging over obstacles.
• Ensure tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on truck and equipment is fueled and inspected.
• Perform job briefing and assist Crew Leader in work zone setup with safety PPE.
• Complete tree risk and site assessments; communicate services to homeowners; conduct pre- and post-job walks.
• Communicate with crew members and assist in debris cleanup at job completion

Skills

Team player

Valid driver’s license

CDL A/B preferred

Rope and saddle climbing

Height work capability

Tools

Bucket trucks

Claw trucks

Job description

Why work at Arbor Masters?

Arbor Masters is committed to nurturing a culturally inclusive environment that hires, trains, and promotes regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, veteran status, or any other protected class. We will always cultivate an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all Arbor Masters branches. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

Your future at Arbor Masters:

When you join the Arbor Masters team, you are joining our work family. We want to see our work family continually grow and succeed. This is not just a job; it is a career path! We will equip you with all the experience and training necessary to grow and advance in the company. The opportunity is all yours and what you want to make of it!

As a Tree Climber, you would be responsible for:

• Operating heavy equipment, hand, and power equipment, such as bucket trucks, brush trucks, claw trucks, chippers, pole saws, pruning saws, pole pruners, power pole saws, and chainsaws.
• Repairing, sharpening, and maintaining equipment and tools
• Performing basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstacles
• Ensuring all appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on truck, well maintained and accounted for, along with ensuring equipment is inspected and prepared with fuel and fluids
• Performing job briefing and assisting Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPE
• Completing tree risk assessment and job site assessment, along with communicating with homeowners about services Arbor Masters offers, and performing pre- and post-job walk-throughs
• Communicating verbally and visually with all members of the crew
• Assisting in debris cleanup at job completion

Requirements:

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude!
• Must have a valid driver’s license and possess a class C driver’s license
• CDL class A or class B License with airbrake endorsement is preferred, but not required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 2-3 year rope and saddle climbing experience including knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical rigging
• Must have basic knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques
• Ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feet
• Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50lbs on a regular basis
• Experience operating bucket or claw trucks preferred
• Cabling and bracing skills preferred

In addition to offering compensation in the top 25% of the market, our employee benefits package includes:

• Medical Planeffective 60 days following start date
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) (50% Company Match up to 4%/2%)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (100% Company Paid)
• $25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid)
• Six (6) Paid Holidays
• Professional certification and registration renewals

Our core purpose is to love people and pursue excellence in the tree care industry. If this resonates with you,