Experienced Tree Climber/Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Professional Tree Care Operations - 855TREEMAN

Job Overview

• Company: 855TREEMAN.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $22 to $40 per hour (plus Performance Based Bonus).
• Location: Charlotte Hall, MD 
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Project Scope: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Government, Union Tree Care Services.
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity

You will serve as a core leader in field operations, safely executing complex tree trimming, pruning, and removals.

This role offers you steady employment and clear pathways for advancement within a supportive, growth-minded environment.

You will work alongside dedicated team members using modern equipment while expanding your professional career in tree care.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Perform high-standard tree climbing, roping, and rigging procedures across diverse field projects.
• Operate specialized equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, bucket trucks, aerial lifts, and skid steers safely.
• Direct daily jobsite safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment for your crew.
• Coordinate with crew leadership to execute tree care projects efficiently and stay on schedule.
• Maintain tools and equipment in optimal operating condition through routine checks and maintenance.
• Keep jobsites clean, secure, and organized throughout all phases of project completion.
• Represent the company with a high level of professionalism while serving residential and commercial clients.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in professional tree care operations, climbing & roping techniques.
• Strong functional knowledge of climbing, roping, rigging, and safe tool operation.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as spider lifts, bucket trucks, and skid steers safely.
• Strong commitment to safety procedures, personal protective equipment usage, and team communication.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience leading field crews or acting as a foreman in tree removal operations.
• Advanced certifications in safety and equipment operation, including OSHA or fall protection.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and attention to detail during complex rigging scenarios.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly pay cycles and overtime potential.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities and referral bonus program.
• 401(k) retirement savings program featuring employer matching.
• Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Career development support, including safety, technical, manufacturer, OSHA, and lift training.
• Complete uniform and safety equipment provided, including helmets and gloves.
• Team events and monthly perks such as bonuses

About Us

855TREEMAN is a premier tree removal and tree care company delivering high-quality residential, commercial, industrial, and government services.

We invest in our people by offering steady full-time work, supportive mentorship, and clear opportunities to advance into Crew Foreman positions.

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855TREEMAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.