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    Work with a big dump trailer

    Does that trailer require a class A CDL to pull?
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    Leveraging previous experience

    Agree with what you’ve stated. I don’t ever really plan on retiring, just want to get back to work I enjoy and don’t have to worry about being sent to the brig for refusing orders I find unconscionable or in violation of constitution.
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    Leveraging previous experience

    Totally agree, my biggest concern going it alone is finding good help. One thing to consider is attracting former military members b/c most of them enjoy being outdoors and are used to working as a team. After 4 years, most have led at team of 3-4 or even a squad of 12.
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    Leveraging previous experience

    No, I'm actually planning to return home to the SC/GA border to be closer to family. It's one of the main reasons I'm leaving the military. Unless you run your own show, or are high in management, I don't see how the lower echelons of tree workers afford to live up here.
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    Leveraging previous experience

    Thanks, I love the industry. One of the big reasons I left was most of the companies I worked for couldn't keep us busy enough (many weeks only 20 hours in summer months), and I wanted to start and be able to afford to support a family. I still can't help but look up and see all the hazards...
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    Leveraging previous experience

    Thanks brother, I got started in the industry with Bartlett and only exposed to the production side. I'm interested in working with local companies and will look into some in the area I plan to relocate to.
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    Leveraging previous experience

    Thanks Tom, appreciate all the knowledge you've shared on here.
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    Leveraging previous experience

    Please move to a more appropriate forum if necessary. Looking for advice from the experienced members of this site. I'm separating from the military after 12 years of commissioned service, most recently serving as the operations officer of a Battalion of 600+ Marines and $100 million in...
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    Experienced Tree Climber/ Arborist Needed

    Boone NC? What the pay range?
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    Reputable Northern Va companies

    will give you a call tomorrow
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    Reputable Northern Va companies

    Thanks, locked into a lease here right now for another 10 months.
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    Reputable Northern Va companies

    I’ve reached out to a few places and have some interviews setup. Nothing solid yet. Indeed has provided most of the leads for me. Talked to Clean Cut, never heard back from him though.
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    Reputable Northern Va companies

    Thank you!
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    Reputable Northern Va companies

    Recently relocated to the Nova area, looking for any info on reputable companies in the area. I’m a certified arborist with CDL and horticulture degree.
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    Atlanta Tree Worker Killed

    https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/dekalb-county/tree-trimmer-dies-after-accident-leaves-him-dangling-50-feet-high-in-tree/926852650
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