Tree Climber/Bucket Truck Operator

Waterbury CT

Description

Qualifications: CDL Preferred. Working Knowledge of techniques for safe tree and limb removal, including rigging, knots, ropes, use of rigging devices, and proper aerial lift operation. Good understanding of modern pruning practice including crown thinning and reduction, dead wooding, proper pruning cuts, pruning, and shaping of ornamental trees. Experience: Minimum of 4 years climbing and/or bucket operation in tree care. Greater experience preferred. Responsibilities: Drive manual transmission is highly preferred! Oral and written job communication, job recording. Driving bucket and chip truck, including backing. Perform tree removal and pruning operations. Salary: $18-$30 per hour, depending on skill and experience.