Experienced Bucket Truck Operator/Tree Climber

Johnston RI

Description

We currently have a full time immediate position available for an experienced Bucket Truck Operator/Tree Climber. Climbers are responsible for working in trees to perform general tree care including pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection and tree removals. Responsibilities and Requirements: Understanding proper tree pruning techniques to perform various operations. Minimum 3years experience climbing Understanding the scope of work on any given job, so that they execute work consistent with customer expectations and the work order. Working in trees to perform general tree care (i.e., removals, pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection). Understanding how all tree work equipment is used to carry out work in a safe, efficient and effective manner (e.g., Pole Pruners, hand saws, saddles, ropes, carabiners, chain saws, lift trucks, chippers, stump grinders) Ensuring the work area beneath and around the trees they are working (“work zone”) in is clear and properly marked with cones, signs, caution tape, etc., to keep the public, cars, etc., safe from potential falling debris. Maintaining their climbing gear and tree care equipment in safe, working order to ensure safe and high quality tree work. Following directions and completing requests of the crew Foreman. Assisting with job clean up as needed. Minimum 3 years experience Very dependable $30/hour Job Type: Full-time