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Tree Climber

SavATree LLC

Wyckoff, NJFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Wyckoff, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Job overview

SavATree LLC is hiring a Tree Climber. The General Tree Care Team seeks a Tree Climber to join their on-site crew in Wyckoff, NJ. The role involves climbing, pruning, and safely operating equipment to maintain client landscapes, requiring knowledge of tree species, safety standards, and a commitment to outdoor work.

Key focus areas include Climb trees using ropes, saddles, and ladders, Prune large shade trees and ornamental species, and Operate chainsaws and related equipment safely.

Important skills include Tree Climbing, Pruning Techniques, Safety Standards, Chainsaw Operation, Aerial Lift Operation, and Tree Species Identification.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tree ClimbingPruning TechniquesSafety StandardsChainsaw OperationAerial Lift OperationTree Species IdentificationCommunication

Qualifications

6 Months - 1 Year Tree Climbing ExperienceValid U.S. Driver's LicenseMust Be Authorized to Work in U.S.Desire to Work OutdoorsCDL a&B a Plus or Willingness to Obtain

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Compensation

$45.00 - $45.00 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

Location 681 Lawlina Rd, Wyckoff, NJ

Category Tree Service

Job Type Full-Time

Job Number TREEC008776

Overview

Looking for a place where you can thrive?

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.

In this role, as a Tree Climber you will have the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in their community. The Tree Climber applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape.

What a day is like:

Daily focus is working together on a General Tree Care crew to provide high quality tree care to our clients. The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care. Team members are able to safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.

What kind of person are we looking for? Someone with:

Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals

Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species' characteristics

Ability to climb without spurs

Experience with tree care safety standards

Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation

Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck)

Communicate advanced understanding of all safety policies and procedures, including hazard tree identification.

Utilize specialized equipment properly for climbing (ropes, saddle, ladders) along with all associated tools.

Apply knowledge of branch collars, and proper pruning cuts with total competence on chainsaw operations.

What is Essential:

6 months - 1-year minimum Tree Climbing Experience

The desire to work outdoors

Valid U.S. driver's license to operate company vehicles, CDL A&B a plus or willingness to obtain

Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.

Why you might love working here:

We have lots of training and development opportunities and support continuing education in the industry

Our Tree Care Team works 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

Physical demands of this role:

These physical demands described 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 lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member 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 team members to reach out and get the help needed, even when it's from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member 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. This position pays up to $45/hr depending on experience + paid PTO + paid benefits, 401K.

SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace

Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjAxNTY0LjEwNDEyQHNhdmF0cmVlY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1986-9385

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