Tree Care Equipment Mechanic

Join our team as a Tree Care Equipment Mechanic and help keep tree care crews working safely and efficiently. You will maintain, repair, and operate equipment used in tree removal, climbing, stump grinding, and heavy-duty hauling—from chainsaws and chippers to cranes and bucket trucks. This role combines preventive maintenance, hands-on troubleshooting, and support for field crews, including responding to emergency breakdowns and working in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on chainsaws, stump grinders, chippers, cranes, bucket trucks, and grapple trucks.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems to restore equipment operation and minimize downtime.
• Inspect equipment, check fluids, and complete preventive maintenance to keep machinery safe and ready for field use.
• Repair or replace worn or damaged parts, including engines, hydraulic systems, and cutting components.
• Maintain accurate repair records, inspection reports, and maintenance schedules.
• Assist operators and crew members with proper equipment handling and operation to help prevent damage.
• Operate tree care equipment as needed and respond to emergency breakdowns in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment, small engines, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with chainsaws, stump grinders, chippers, bucket trucks, and other tree care machinery.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot mechanical problems efficiently.
• Strong attention to safety procedures and proper equipment operation.

Compensation

Competitive pay, with opportunities to work 40+ hours per week and overtime opportunities during storm cleanup and peak seasons.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility after just 30 days of employment for employees working 30+ hours per week, who are considered full-time.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% company match.
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Choice of Cigna health insurance plans: Open Access Plus (OAP) for broad provider access, OAP IN for in-network-focused coverage, or a high-deductible health plan with lower premiums and HSA compatibility.
• Cigna dental and vision insurance options: Dental PPO Low and High plans to fit coverage needs and budget, plus vision coverage for exams, lenses, and frames.
• Health Savings Account with a $250 employer contribution when enrolled in a high-deductible health plan, or Flexible Spending Account options for health, dental/vision, and dependent care expenses.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits for parking, transit, and vanpool expenses.
• Optional legal assistance plan and supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.