Tree Climber

We are a family-owned tree service looking to hire an experienced tree climber. This is a part-time offer with the opportunity to go full-time if the applicant is a good fit for us and if we are a good fit for you. Our yard is located in Elk Grove, CA where you can park your vehicle and take the company vehicles to the job site. We serve Sacramento County, Yolo County, and Solano County with exception to Vallejo. We operate Tuesday - Saturday. We are closed for the holidays December 24 - January 1.

The Tree Trimmer/Tree Climber person is responsible for gathering and feeding brush & debris into a

woodchipper, scanning areas from trip and fall hazards, ensuring other workers stay out of the path of

travel. This position is also responsible for maintaining equipment and materials.

Pay:

Competitive, Hourly

 Competitive pay $22.00 - $32.00 depending on experience, certifications, and Class A driver license

Benefits:

 Paid Time Off (Holiday, Sick/Personal and Vacation) after 1 year of service

 open to help pursue certifications if interested

What you’ll do as a Trimmer/Climber:

 Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment

 Perform clearing and tree trimming duties for our Tree Service customers including pruning

treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken

limbs

 Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws,

chippers, and aerial lifts

 Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris

 Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working area. Help enforce on-the-job safety practices

What you’ll need:

 At least one year’s experience working as a Trimmer/Climber

 Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques

for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing of tree limbs

 Experience in tree climbing, knot tying and PPE

 Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more

 Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chainsaw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical

ability to endure extreme climate variances.

 Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as local, state

and federal licenses

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

 Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections

 Operate and service all required tools/equipment

 Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces

Requirements: Must have CDL and Class A Driver License Preferred