Urban Forestry Tree Climber

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Gaithersburg (MD); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Union represented

Flexible benefits package

Competitive benefits

Zusammenfassung

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission seeks a Tree Climber in Gaithersburg, MD to perform tree maintenance and care across Montgomery Parks. You will gain hands‑on experience in climbing, aerial operations, pruning, removals, rigging, and safety practices while helping preserve park resources.

The role supports urban forestry, trails, natural areas, and green spaces, with opportunities for professional development and field experience.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of tree maintenance experience including six months of tree climbing.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for 1 year total.
• Valid driver’s license without encumbrances; CDL may be required depending on assignment.

Aufgaben

• Climb trees using saddles, ropes, and safety gear; perform work from aerial lift as assigned.
• Use rigging systems to remove or lower trees, limbs, and sections safely.
• Coordinate with ground crew for safe operations during climbing, lowering, and removal work.
• Inspect and operate chainsaws, chippers, and hand tools; prune, trim, and remove hazardous trees.

Kenntnisse

Tree climbing

Aerial work

Safety awareness

Teamwork

First Aid

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

TreeKeeper

CDL endorsements

Aerial lift equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission seeks a Tree Climber in Gaithersburg, MD to perform tree maintenance and care across Montgomery Parks. You will gain hands‑on experience in climbing, aerial operations, pruning, removals, rigging, and safety practices while helping preserve park resources.

The role supports urban forestry, trails, natural areas, and green spaces, with opportunities for professional development and field experience.