- Location
- NY, NJ, CT
Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Co. is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join the team at their Hawthorne, NY branch in Westchester County. The Tree Climber will serve a pivotal role on tree care crews with the primary responsibility of climbing and assisting the crew foreman in the performance of all services. Competitive hourly rate plus great benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and paid time off!
Responsibilities
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Responsibilities
- Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.
- Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.
- Safely operate equipment (chainsaw, chipper, trucks, and hand tools).
- Participate in all job site safety briefings.
- Demonstrate and perform proper climbing techniques and procedures, pruning skills, application of approved knots and rigging techniques.
- Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
- Utilize knowledge of compartmentalization and other concepts related to tree wounding/pruning.
- Two/four year degree in Arboriculture or 2+ years industry exp.
- Knowledge of proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals.
- Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species.
- Knowledge of chain saw safety and operation.
- Adept in tree climbing & bucket truck operation.
- CDL license preferred.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
