Tree Climber - Utility Vegetation & Storm Work

ISA Certified Arborist; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services seek a full-time Climber to prune, remove trees and support storm work in Cleveland, TX. At least one year of climbing experience in line clearance is required; a driver's license is preferred.

Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, plus enrollment in a 401K plan. You will use ropes, knots and rigging, perform tree rescue, wear PPE, and travel for storm restoration as needed.

Qualifications

• At least one year of previous professional experience as a climber in line clearance is required.
• Driver's License is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Climb, prune, and remove trees according to Foreperson’s directives
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lift and feed brush into brush chipper
• Work from the ground using hand saws, pole saws, pruners, hand pruners, loppers, and gas-powered chain saws
• Inspect and ensure proper working condition of all assigned tools and equipment
• Safeguard employees and public from hazards in and around the work area by enforcing safe job practices
• Perform duties for storm work as needed

Skills

Knots & rigging

Tree climbing

Emergency rescue

PPE compliance

Electrical hazards

First aid CPR

Storm restoration travel

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services seek a full-time Climber to prune, remove trees and support storm work in Cleveland, TX. At least one year of climbing experience in line clearance is required; a driver's license is preferred.

Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, plus enrollment in a 401K plan. You will use ropes, knots and rigging, perform tree rescue, wear PPE, and travel for storm restoration as needed.