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Tree Care Technician
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What they do
A Tree Climber or Trimmer trims and prunes trees. Clears away excess branches near utility lines or over roads or sidewalks. Prunes dead or diseased tree limbs to improve the appearance and health of the tree. Uses rigging equipment and may work from a truck powered lift; uses chain saws and other power equipment.
$46,148 / year median in Wisconsin
+4% projected growth
Job Description
About Willow River Company Willow River Company has deep roots in the St. Croix Valley. As a family-owned and -operated business, we take pride in employing people from the very communities we live in. When you join our team, you're not just taking a job — you're becoming part of our family. We empower every employee to communicate confidently with customers, take ownership of their work, and successfully complete any task at hand. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, contribute, and feel valued, we look forward to meeting you. Position Overview We are seeking a motivated General Tree Care Worker to support our growing tree care division. This role involves hands-on outdoor work, customer interaction, and opportunities to learn new skills through on-the-job training. Key Responsibilities General tree care, pruning, tree removal, cabling, crane work Safe operation of equipment and tools Use of LMN for job tracking and workflow Maintaining a clean and organized jobsite Providing excellent customer service Supporting the continued growth and profitability of the tree care division What We Offer Full-time, hourly employment On-the-job training with opportunities for advancement Company phone 401(k) IRA with 3% company match Health insurance $100 annual boot allowance Unemployment insurance A supportive, family-oriented work environment Expectations Ability to work 8-hour days or more as needed, year-round Commitment to contributing to a profitable and growing tree care division Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn Desire to have fun, work hard, and make money