Tree Climber

8585 East Warren Ave, Denver CO

Description

TREE CLIMBER JOB DESCRIPTION WHAT A DAY LOOKS LIKE: The Tree Climber is a skilled position responsible for tree maintenance, pruning, removals, cable bracing on residential and commercial properties using ropes, harness, saddle, and/or bucket truck. Safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while providing excellent service to our clients. • Daily inspection of all personal climbing and safety equipment including ropes, saddle, PPE • Perform pruning, cable bracing and tree removals in accordance with industry standards • Assistance with lowering limbs, chipping brush and complete clean-up • Operation and basic maintenance of chippers, chain saws, blowers, and various hand tools in accordance with company policy • Communication with clients and fellow crew members • Perform other related duties as assigned SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ability to perform strenuous manual work in all weather conditions • Knowledge and execution of proper pruning per ISA standards • Possess tree and plant identification skills • Demonstrated climbing ability without spurs; Possess knowledge of climbing knots • Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation • Experience with tree care safety standards • Ability to work in a team environment where communication skills are essential • Attention to detail is critical to maintain high quality of care QUALIFICATIONS: • Knowledge/Experience in climbing and pruning techniques • ISA Tree Worker certification is highly valued but not required • Valid Driver’s license with clean DMV record • Ability to pass a standard drug test • Class B or Class A license highly valued STRUCTURE: Full Time, Non-Exempt Overtime is customary, but not guaranteed Must be available for occasional after-hours/weekend emergency work PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is subject to: Considerable physical demands that involve regularly pruning, removing, cabling and bracing, inspecting and planting trees. Frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move over fifty (50) pounds. Responsible for performing daily warm up exercises. BENEFITS: • We offer training and development opportunities to support your continuing education in the industry • You’ll work alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety • We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health and dental, paid time off, 401(K) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Equipment Account SavATree’s mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country’s outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us. The General Tree Care team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients’ landscapes. We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each employee the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for you to reach out and get the help you need, even when it’s from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each employee has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. That’s why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here. SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace