Part time tree work ?

I have a full time job that I'm not looking to deviate from. But I want to get into tree work to learn some new skills.

Are part time jobs rare in this industry ? I would be willing to buy my own PPE, equipment and pay for training. Would rather not, but I'm driven to learn.
 
I have a full time job that I'm not looking to deviate from. But I want to get into tree work to learn some new skills.

Are part time jobs rare in this industry ? I would be willing to buy my own PPE, equipment and pay for training. Would rather not, but I'm driven to learn.
In my market, there are plenty of operations that need bodies so bad that they would take a guy one day a week if he's willing. Training happens on the job site. Usually it takes at least six months for a green guy to finally get up in a tree. Of course, some guys never do and others seem to take to it right away. If you're only working one day a week that time period will multiply accordingly. I'd expect by the end of the year you'll be halfway decent with a chainsaw and worth about as much as an average groundie.
 
It is definitely possible to work part time, and I’m sure there are companies who would take you on. Not sure where you’re at in DE, but if you’re in the northern part, near PA I might be able to point you in a couple directions.
 
It is definitely possible to work part time, and I’m sure there are companies who would take you on. Not sure where you’re at in DE, but if you’re in the northern part, near PA I might be able to point you in a couple directions.
Thanks. I'm in the center part of the state. Honestly, I think formal training for now would satisfy me. Are you aware of any one day type training or weekly training? Hell, I'd pay someone to spend a few days teaching me the basics of climbing

I have some experience with SRT, descenders, saddles etc. But it's all from hunting.
 
Thanks. I'm in the center part of the state. Honestly, I think formal training for now would satisfy me. Are you aware of any one day type training or weekly training? Hell, I'd pay someone to spend a few days teaching me the basics of climbing

I have some experience with SRT, descenders, saddles etc. But it's all from hunting.
I am not aware of any one-day classes, that’s really not enough time to teach anything effectively. The Penn State Extension offers a pretty decent, basic three day course you might like. Maybe schedule a couple days off work to take it?

 
I'll agree that part time work should certainly be available. A lot of companies are finding ways to be flexible to maintain productivity. I'd think as long as you are willing to stick to a schedule or schedule days far enough ahead, a decent company would be glad to bring on an eager helper. They can schedule bigger jobs when you are there. Just be aware that probably starts with you dragging a LOT of brush and not doing much else for a while - especially if you are only working for one day a week.
 
If you got a driver’s license, some available daytime hours, and can physically do the work, you can probably pick and choose from multiple local tree services. An experienced climber to teach you the aerial stuff and watch your back, and stop mistakes before they happen is a lovely thing. If you’re new to the work though, there’s a lot to learn on the ground first, you can’t really expect to be climbing and cutting above the ground your first week. Get proficient and comfortable with using a chainsaw, learn some knots, the physics of rigging, felling and how hinges work, and generally see how the work and job site gets planned and how it’s performed.

Maybe pick up a little recreational climbing too, it’s a hoot.
 

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