Find & Apply For Arborist Jobs in La Honda, California

Company Description Brush Hog Tree Care, Inc. "Brush Hog" is a premier provider of comprehensive tree care and land management services. With a commitment to quality, safety, and environmental stewardship, we serve residential, commercial, and municipal clients with a full range of specialized services. Our team of skilled professionals brings over 20 years of experience and a passion for maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of the trees and landscapes in our community. We value teamwork, integrity, respect, believing in making a positive impact, while rewarding our team member's performance. This unique combination results in a caring, collaborative, and compassionate environment that is driven by safety and a strong competitive spirit. At Brush Hog you will spend your time learning, collaborating, having fun, and taking pride in the work that we do daily to support our customers and the health and wellbeing of the great outdoors. Our Company Perks A safety-first culture and professional workplace Competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance Calsavers Roth IRA Job specific equipment and safety gear provided Boot Reimbursement up to $150.00 Paid holidays Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources Advancement opportunities - we promote from within! All listed benefits available to eligible employees Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader at Brush Hog Tree Care Inc. The role requires hands-on work in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader, you'll lead a 2-5 person tree care crew while managing safe and productive performance of all aspects of arboriculture, including: Pruning trees Rigging Cabling and bracing Removal of hazardous trees Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, leaf blowers, chippers, tractor, aerial lifts, etc.) Implementing work zone safety procedures Performing and reporting job-site inspections with proper planning and execution of assigned work and tasks (i.e. tailgate safety meetings, job briefings at each job site, etc.) Collaboratively working with Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft Tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties Mentoring and training employees Traffic and pedestrian control, and other relevant duties as operationally necessary Drive company vehicles and equipment (as needed) Assist aerial workers and tree care crew in all aspects of tree care and removal Able to work with and without direct supervision This is a senior-level role that reports directly to the General Foreman Qualifications A passion for nature, the environment, and love of the outdoors! A positive attitude and ability to participate within a multidisciplinary team. Ability to work year-round in all weather conditions.

Required:

Valid class C driver's license with a clean record

Required:

Reliable transportation to the job site. Many of our job sites cannot be reached by public transportation, Uber, scooter, or bike. We serve the San Francisco Bay Area and greater Northern California Counties. This position is based out of

La Honda, CA Required:

You must live within a 45 minute commute of La Honda, CA. Please calculate your morning commute using Google maps with an arrival time of 7:30AM. Map your home address to this work address: 8181 La Honda Rd La Honda CA. If you live outside of this area and do not plan to relocate, please do not apply.

Preferred:

Minimum 4 years experience in tree care or forestry

Preferred:

Minimum 4 years experience climbing

Preferred:

ISA Certified Arborist ®, ISA Certified Tree Worker ®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional ®

Preferred:

Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B without air brake restriction

Preferred:

Minimum 2 years of experience operating skid steers or excavators Speaks/Reads English. Being bilingual is a plus.

Preferred:

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field Physical Demands Of This Role While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be subject to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. These physical demands described must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Brush Hog Tree Care, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at (650) 400-7280 or at careers@brushhogtreecare.com

Employment Type:

Permanent Job Type:

Full Time Travel Expectations:

Up to 25%

Pay:

based upon experience

Hours:

40 per week (overtime available)

Benefits:

CalSavers, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Safety equipment provided, and more!