Tree Climber - Dual Hat

Job Duties
• Safely ascend trees using climbing gear and techniques to assess the canopy of large trees (80+ ft. tall) and/or access difficult
areas for pruning, trimming, or removal.

• Use rigging equipment to carefully lower branches or tree sections, ensuring safety for team members and property.
• Cut, trim, and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes and to remove low-hanging branches.
• Cut branches from trees, using chainsaws, handsaws, clippers, etc.
• Drag brush, chuck logs, run rope, removals, prune, clean out, rigging.
• Follow all safety work procedures, ANSI pruning practices and industry standards.
• Trim and prune trees away from power lines to clear right of way.
• Experience with various climbing techniques, lifts, chainsaws, stump grinders, woodchippers, skid steers, and other

heavy machinery.

• Insert jacks or drive wedges behind saws to prevent binding of saws and to start trees falling.
• Review the scope of work and be able to clearly communicate this to Team members as to accomplish the job.
• Operate lifts and lift operation equipment to reach elevated work sites efficiently.
• Perform tree care tasks including trimming, shaping, and health assessments to promote growth and safety.
• Maintain a clean work environment by removing debris, trimming brush, and ensuring tools are properly stored after use.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements and company policies such as OSHA, MSDS and health and safety.

Other Requirements:

• Must have 5 years or more experience and be able to communicate, lead and direct support personnel as required.
• Must have a valid driver's license, be authorized to work in the United States, and have own means of transportation.
• Must be willing to use and/or wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Be willing to perform some ground duties in dual hat role.
• Must be punctual and committed to getting the job done.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Arborist and other certifications are a plus.
• Physical stamina and agility to climb trees safely while maintaining focus on safety protocols.