Tree Climber
Job Description
Omni Tree Service is looking for Motivated Climber/Arborist
Job Responsibilities:
- Operate an array of equipment to remove and dispose of unwanted branches, which can entail using brush chippers, boom trucks, stump chippers, power saws and many others
- Climb trees using climb hooks, belts and ladders in order to access the worksite, or supervise others using these items to ensure they are being safe
- Prune the top of trees to make them more visually pleasing to the general public
- Speak with the property owner to see what needs to be done, and offer recommendations when a tree is too far gone to save
- Inspect trees to see if there are any underlying issues, such as diseases or fungus growing
- Ensure the worksite remains safe by putting up caution tape around the surrounding area if it is in a public space
- Clear the site once the job is done by loading up branches and other pieces of debris into work truck
- Provide advice to property owners about the proper way to care for the new tree, and suggest routine maintenance visits
Job Skills & Qualifications Required:
- Proper certification in tree trimming for the state
- High school diploma
- Prior experience pruning trees
- Leadership skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- 401K
- Medical
- Paid Holidays/Vacation
Preferred:
- Bilingual in Spanish
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 to $30.00 /hour