Tree Climber - Arbor (50643)

Juniper; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper in Naples, FL is seeking Climbing Arborists to perform canopy work including pruning, cabling and bracing for urban and residential trees. You will follow safety standards while delivering high-quality tree care with our teams.

The role requires outdoor work in varied conditions; you will operate ropes, ladders, and equipment in coordination with a small crew to meet project specs and client expectations. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Experience climbing trees and pruning preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and procedures.
• Able to operate tree care equipment safely.
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform canopy work using ropes and aerial devices.
• Work with a small team to follow project specs.
• Communicate with Arbor Manager to ensure client satisfaction.
• Maintain safety focus and ensure equipment is serviceable.
• Use hand and power tools for tree care tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tree climbing

Safety focus

Leadership

Bi-lingual

Team leadership

Equipment handling

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

Juniper is Growing! We are seeking Climbing Arborists for our Tree Care teams. Our Climbing Arborists perform aerial work on the canopy of trees including pruning, cabling, and bracing to help preserve and care for trees in urban and residential areas. Juniper’s Climbing Arborists ensure job site tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and with our quality standards in mind.

Responsibilities

• Performing work on the canopy of trees using ropes, ladders, bucket trucks, and other aerial devices
• Working with a small team to ensure tree care projects follow specifications
• Communicating with the Arbor Manager to ensure client satisfaction
• Maintaining a high level of focus on safety procedures and safety awareness
• Ensuring equipment is in working order and properly maintained for safe operations
• Using hand tools, power tools, and/or equipment to perform tree care duties
• Performing miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Skills

• Previous tree climbing experience and pruning knowledge preferred
• Strong focus on safety
• Competent with tree care equipment
• Self-motivated and possessing leadership qualities
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Must be able and willing to work for long periods of time outside (in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight)
• Must be able and willing to bend, stoop, and twist repeatedly throughout the day
• Must be able to use hand tools and power equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

We Welcome/Grow/Celebrate you at Juniper! Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us

Juniper is a full-service landscape design, build, and management company servicing the Southeast. Our family of companies proudly includes Juniper, Davis Landscape, Elegant, Shooter & Lindsey, and Rip's. We are recognized as award-winning leaders in our industry with over 30 locations and 2,000+ team members. At Juniper, the foundation of who we are, how we perform, and how we treat others is guided by our core values. We are committed to a culture that welcomes, grows, and celebrates people who share in our mission to design, build, and maintain the best landscaping in the industry.

We offer career growth opportunities and excellent benefits (health/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and PTO plans). Join our company, where we Welcome/Grow/Celebrate you at Juniper!