Climbing Arborist

Job description We are looking for tree people to join our growing company! We like to work hard, enjoy our day, learn new things, and grow in a safe and positive work environment. We want you to learn and grow in your craft and we have the experience and humility to help our team members be the best versions of themselves. We are open to arborists of all experience and skill sets. We have both men and women on our crew, and we like the balance of energy that comes with diversity. We have a full-service tree company, and we like to give people the opportunity to explore all facets of what it means to be an arborist. We have a solid sales team, and we don't ask our crew to do anything we couldn't or wouldn't do (our salespeople are required to have substantial crew experience). We invest in great equipment that allows us to work with our minds and complete jobs efficiently. We like to pay our people well and ensure everyone can live in Denver. We want people to gain new experiences, education, licenses, and certifications while they work with us. We want people to invest in our company as we invest in our people. We like to work with each other and for each other. This job posting is specifically for the

CLIMBING ARBORIST

position.

Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform tree care duties including but not limited to tree climbing, tree pruning, tree removal, cabling and bracing, stump grinding, tree planting, and crane removals.
• Work as a team in the performance of tree care as directed by owner and work order.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards.
• Review scope of work and safety issues with crew leader before job begins.
• Train other crew members on site and as necessary to ensure safe and professional environment.
• Check equipment daily to ensure everything is working properly and maintained, inform owner of needed maintenance items.
• Embody and promote a culture of safety
• Interact with customers to ensure excellent customer service.
• Hit production, customer satisfaction, and safety goals daily.
• Participate in personal career development.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and perform regular physical labor of moderate to high difficulty 40 - 60 hours per week.
• Must be able and willing to work in various weather conditions (summer heat, rain, snow, cold, etc.).
• Must be able and willing to safely operate company vehicles and equipment as needed (chipper truck, chipper, truck and trailer, grapple truck, stump grinder, mini-skid, etc.)
• Must be able to perform tree care while climbing.

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid driver's license, CDL is a plus.
• Must consistently demonstrate good teamwork and leadership skills
• Be proficient in all aspects of crew operations including basic saw maintenance, sawyering, chipping, rigging, climbing, felling, driving, equipment operations, and customer service.
• Hold current ISA certified arborist certification or obtain certification within first 3 months of employment.
• Be familiar with and adhere to professional industry standards. Compensation
• Base salary $24 to $42 per hour
• Bonus pay for customer satisfaction, ISA certifications, CDL, and high production.
• Health benefits, vacation, holiday, and 401k matching after trial period.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 - $42.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 - 45 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Company Health Insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Experience:

Tree care: 2 years (Required) Tree trimming: 1 year (Required)

Climbing:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program

Experience:

Tree care: 1 year (Required)

Climbing:

1 year (Required) Tree trimming: 1 year (Required)

Driving:

1 year (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Denver, CO:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person