Posted Wednesday, September 6, 2023

$1,000 Signing Bonus - conditions will apply

The Climber is responsible for climbing, trimming, pruning, and removing trees.

Essential duties include:

• Climb, prune, and remove trees according to directives
• Load and unload trucks with logs, brush, and debris; lifts and feeds brush into chipper
• May work from the ground occasionally 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, keeping work area clean and orderly, and staying in frequent voice communication with co-workers

Specific requirements include:

• Must be able to work outdoors under varying and sometimes adverse weather conditions
• Must have and maintain a Driver’s License if hired for a driving position
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all knots, ropes, and rigging devices used in tree trimming and removal operations
• Must be able to climb and descend trees using rope and safety saddle
• Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques
• Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate operating procedure when in proximity to electrical conductors and aerial rescue techniques in the event of an emergency aloft
• Must be able to work and maneuver at considerable heights under varying and adverse weather conditions
• Must possess physical strength and agility, good balance, good depth perception and the ability to hear verbal instructions from a distance.
• Must be able to travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed

We provide safety instruction from day one and every day throughout your employment, a comprehensive benefit plan, 401(K), paid holidays, vacation, referral bonuses, and opportunities to learn other skills for promotions.