Urban Forestry Tree Climber & Aerial Specialist

Montgomery Parks; Gaithersburg (MD); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Montgomery Parks is seeking a Tree Climber in Gaithersburg, Maryland. You will perform tree maintenance, climb trees, and support operations across parks, trails, and public spaces.

Join a team of arborists in a role that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a hands-on approach to urban forestry. The position involves climbing, rigging, pruning, and occasional removals in outdoor settings across Montgomery County.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of tree maintenance experience including six months of tree climbing.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required depending on area of assignment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work at considerable heights.
• Experience with TreeKeeper or similar tree inventory system preferred; CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Climb trees using saddles, ropes, and equipment to perform pruning and removal work.
• Rig and lower trees and limbs using ropes and lowering devices.
• Operate chainsaws and hand tools for pruning and removal of trees and brush.
• Coordinate with ground crew to maintain clear communication and safe operations.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation of work.

Kenntnisse

Tree climbing

Rigging

Hazard assessment

Chainsaws

Team coordination

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL with endorsements

Jobbeschreibung

Montgomery Parks is seeking a Tree Climber in Gaithersburg, Maryland. You will perform tree maintenance, climb trees, and support operations across parks, trails, and public spaces.

Join a team of arborists in a role that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and a hands-on approach to urban forestry. The position involves climbing, rigging, pruning, and occasional removals in outdoor settings across Montgomery County.