One Earth Tree Care - Groundworker / Tree Climber

Bainbridge Island WA

Description

One Earth Tree Care is hiring! We are looking for experienced workers to add to our team. We are looking for both ground crew and climber. Both positions requires at least 1 year experience within the professional tree industry or landscaping, and ideally 3 or more years experience for the tree climber applicants. We will train the ground crew to climb over time, if they desire. We work in a drug-free professional environment. Must have a valid driver’s license with a decent driving record and willing to do a background check. Our range is primarily (95%) on Bainbridge Island and North Kitsap, very occasionally working further to South Kitsap or Port Ludlow. During Covid pandemic we have been driving our own vehicles to job sites. Preference to applicants who want to stay on for 3 or more years. Primary Duties for ground crew: Be available to work Monday - Friday from 8 am - 4:30 pm (currently operating in 4 day week schedule during Covid) Be able to lift 50 lbs regularly Ability to listen well, learn/improve skills over time and work in team environment. Perform arbor tasks as instructed by the crew leader Prune trees and other woody plants to achieve health, attractive shapes, fruit production, building/view clearance, or remove low hanging branches Set climbing lines in trees and secure them for climbing. Work up to 12’ high off the ground using a climbing belt and being harnessed in, or climb ladders to access work areas. Work as team to help remove hazardous trees, using various methods to get the tree safely on the ground. Cable, brace, tie, bolt, stake, and guy trees and branches to provide support Prune dead and crowded branches from trees using hand and pole tools and chainsaws Operate ropes to lower branches and wood with ropes and blocks and friction devices. Plant, transplant, or remove trees or shrubs. Safe operation of chipping equipment, including feeding of brush and limbs into machines Safe operation of arbor vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to: dump truck, chipper, winch, stump grinder, tractors, mini-skid steer, chainsaws, pole pruners, backpack blowers, and hand tools Clean, sharpen, and lubricate tools and equipment Excellent customer service skills, ensuring clients needs are met in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion by demonstrating courtesy, efficiency, and professionalism. Primary Duties for climber: In addition to ground crew duties, climbers will have additional duties at heights greater than 12’ up to 200’ above ground. Inspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problems Climber will be responsible to maintain and inspect daily the climbing gear issued to them. Climber will know how to install tree-guard cables. Know the differences, applications and climb both single rope technique and double rope technique depending on the situation Climber will only climb on gaffs unless absolutely necessary for safety or if the tree is being removed. Climber will be responsible for safe work positioning in trees and during rigging. Climber will practice safe weight limits for the equipment and the tree when rigging and climbing. We always say it’s better to stay safe and take smaller pieces than finish the job as fast as possible. Perks: Starting wage based on skills, experience, and certifications. Ground crew $15.00-$25.00 Climber $20.00-$35.00 3-month raise after demonstrating safe working ability, reliability, and good work ethic. Yearly raise. If you think you are a good fit for either position, please contact us via email. We will send an application upon contact and respond from there. Best, Nicholas Honeylion, ISA Certified Arborist One Earth Tree Care