Tree Climber / CDL Truck Driver

Clay Today; City of Albany, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime potential

Year-round employment

Modern trucks/equipment

Paid training

Career advancement

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Richter's Tree Service in the Capital Region of New York is seeking an experienced Tree Climber / CDL Truck Driver to join a growing team. You will work outdoors, perform pruning, removals, and equipment operation to maintain residential and commercial landscapes.

This full-time, year-round role offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, paid training, and opportunities for career advancement. Safety and quality are emphasized as you handle bucket trucks, rigging, and customer service while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional tree care experience.
• Clean CDL Class A or Class B Driver's License.
• Experience climbing, pruning, and removing trees.
• Experience operating bucket trucks and commercial equipment.
• Knowledge of arborist rigging techniques.
• Ability to safely operate chainsaws and other tree care equipment.
• Excellent physical stamina with the ability to climb, lift 75+ pounds, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment to access trees for pruning and removals.
• Perform professional tree trimming, pruning, removals, and planting care.
• Safely operate CDL dump trucks, trailers, chippers, chainsaws, stump grinders, and other tree care equipment.
• Perform complex tree removals using advanced rigging techniques and proper dismantling procedures.
• Conduct daily vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Follow ANSI safety standards and all company safety procedures.
• Provide outstanding customer service while representing Richter's Tree Service professionally.

Skills

Tree care experience

CDL license

Bucket truck operation

Rigging techniques

Chainsaws operation

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Customer service

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Experienced Tree Climber / CDL Truck Driver

Richter's Tree Service

Capital Region, NY

Pay:

$20.00–$28.00 per hour (based on experience)

Job Type:

Full-Time Year-Round Employment

Build Your Career with Richter's Tree Service

Richter's Tree Service is a trusted leader in professional tree care throughout New York's Capital Region. We take pride in delivering exceptional tree removal, pruning, and emergency services while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service.

We're looking for an experiencedTree Climber / CDL Truck Driverwho enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to build a long-term career with a growing company.

If you're dependable, safety-focused, and ready to advance your career, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

As a Tree Climber / CDL Truck Driver, you'll play a vital role in maintaining healthy, safe, and beautiful residential and commercial landscapes throughout the Capital Region.

• Operate bucket trucks and aerial lift equipment to safely access trees for pruning and removals.
• Perform professional tree trimming, pruning, removals, and planting care using industry-approved techniques.
• Safely operate CDL dump trucks, trailers, chippers, chainsaws, stump grinders, and other tree care equipment.
• Perform complex tree removals using advanced rigging techniques and proper dismantling procedures.
• Conduct daily vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Follow ANSI safety standards and all company safety procedures.
• Provide outstanding customer service while representing Richter's Tree Service professionally.

Qualifications

We're looking for professionals who bring experience, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to safety.

Required

• Minimum5 years of professional tree care experience
• CleanCDL Class A or Class B Driver's License
• Experience climbing, pruning, and removing trees
• Experience operating bucket trucks and commercial equipment
• Knowledge of arborist rigging techniques
• Ability to safely operate chainsaws and other tree care equipment
• Excellent physical stamina with the ability to climb, lift 75+ pounds, and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude

Preferred

• ISA Certified Arborist
• Crane experience
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Leadership or crew supervision experience

Why Work at Richter's Tree Service?

At Richter's Tree Service, we believe great employees deserve opportunities to grow. We reward hard work, dependability, and leadership.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Company overtime available with excellent earning potential
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Modern, well-maintained trucks and equipment
• Paid training and continuing education
• Career advancement opportunities
• Safe, professional work environment
• Supportive team culture
• Paid time off (where applicable)
• Health benefits (where applicable)

Career Growth Opportunities

This isn't just another tree job—it's an opportunity to build a long-term career.

As you grow with Richter's Tree Service, opportunities may include advancement to:

• Lead Climber
• Crew Leader
• Equipment Operator
• Foreman
• Operations Supervisor

Work Location

On the road throughout New York's Capital Region.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're an experienced tree professional looking for steady work, overtime opportunities, career growth, and a company that values safety and quality, we'd like to hear from you.