Tree Climber / Trimmer

A Plus Tree, Inc; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative tree care company where your climbing skills will shine! This role is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who are passionate about tree work and enjoy teamwork. As a climber, you'll be responsible for tree care operations, using industry-standard techniques and tools to ensure safety and efficiency. With a strong focus on safety and collaboration, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. If you're ready to take your career to new heights, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• At least one year of climbing experience required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, especially Outlook and Word.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-climb tree risk inspections and use climbing techniques.
• Safely use hand tools and power tools while aloft in a tree.
• Work with a team and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Safety Standards Compliance

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Climbing Gear

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Are you ready to join the revolution with one of the most innovative, fastest-growing tree care companies on the West Coast? A Plus Tree is looking to hire the best of the best, and our goal is to ensure talent is rewarded with great compensation and a fulfilling career.

Climbers are an integral part of the team as they are the experts. They prepare the trees for removal, trimming, and rigging operations, operate tools and equipment to safely lower branches, and orchestrate tree removals of all sizes and degrees of difficulty that could incorporate various rigging systems. This skilled job requires at least one year of professional tree-climbing experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates and performs pre-climb tree risk inspection
2. Uses industry-standard climbing techniques, climbing gear, and basic rigging
3. Moves throughout a tree canopy without the use of climbing spurs, instruction, or supervision
4. Makes proper cuts aloft in a tree while following all safety standards
5. Safely and efficiently uses hand tools and power tools while aloft in a tree
6. Works with a team while maintaining a good attitude and keeping pace with the crew
7. Works a full day with the crew and is willing and able to handle all tasks of tree care within their expertise and qualifications
8. Follows safety guidelines. Safety is our #1 priority

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

1. One year of climbing experience required
2. Passionate about tree work, service, and people
3. A team player who enjoys working with others
4. Understands that their success is ultimately dependent on that of their teams
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, specifically Outlook, Word, and some Excel
6. Demonstrates high attention to detail and focuses on getting the job done
7. Possesses strong organizational skills and can effectively prioritize needs (solid multitasker)
8. Outdoor enthusiast! You will be working outdoors come rain or shine
9. Ability to lift 75 or more pounds
10. Available to work weekends
11. At least 18 years of age

Benefits:

Health insurance, Dental insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid Sick Leave, Vision insurance, 401(k).

*A Plus Tree provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.