Find & Apply For Arborist Jobs in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania

Join Our Growing Team at Cutting Edge Tree Professionals! Are you ready to elevate your career with a leader in urban and community forestry? At Cutting Edge Tree Professionals, we're not just growing trees; we're growing our team! We serve a broad area around State College, Pennsylvania, offering top-tier tree care and emergency services to a discerning clientele. As we expand our reach and refine our services, we're looking for passionate, skilled professionals to join our dynamic team. Why Choose Cutting Edge Tree Professionals?

Mission-Driven Work:

Join a team that redefines excellence in our field, backed by TCIA accreditation and a master arborist. Focus on

Safety and Quality:

Work with the best equipment and protocols designed to protect you and our clients.

Growth Opportunities:

As we expand, so do opportunities for our team members to advance and lead.

Arborist and Equipment Operator Responsibilities and Duties:

Assisting the Tree Climber or Lift Operator for pruning & removals. Ground work such as felling trees, pruning, use of rigging equipment, raking, and leaf blowing. Operating chainsaws and other cutting tools. Operating the Log Mek, Grapple Truck, Dump Trucks, Wood Chippers and Loaders. Participating in daily training. Pretripping trucks and equipment. Strong knowledge of tying, also specific uses for tree-industry knots. Safety for all types of equipment used (Chipper, Stump Grinder, Chain Saw). Being proactive and anticipating the needs of the climber and acting promptly with ground support. Keeping the work area clear of debris, cleaning up limbs and branches as they are brought down in tree cutting work. Raking the area clear to maintain the safety zone. Lining up branches and piling appropriately for loading into the Chipper. Keeping tools in the staging area and safe zone. Assuring that all lines are kept clear at all times. Being attentive to the Climber's cues throughout the job, always keeping their eyes on the Climber. Driving and operating the Log Mek, Grapple Truck and other truck and trailer combinations. Manage the staging area and safe zones on the jobsite and laying out the tools for the job. Filling equipment with gasoline or diesel while being mindful of safe handling of fuels. Chain Saw Chain and Bar Sharpening & Maintenance Stump Grinder & Chipper operation & Maintenance Riggings used in Tree work- ex: Rope Breaks and Speed Lines, Port-a-wraps Setting up appropriate and proper traffic control Reading, understanding, and following digital work orders. Properly completing Pre-job Hazard forms. Properly completing Job Completion/Feedback reports. Effectively communicating with team members, sales reps, and customers to accomplish the goal. Adhering to safety guidelines. Performing work in accordance with best practices, policies, and procedures (OSHA, ANSI z133 and A300 standards). Arborist and Equipiment Operator Preferred (Optimal)

Qualifications and Skills:

Class A CDL. Transportation to and from work. Must be coachable. Good attitude. Work ethic. Basic dendrology. ISA Certified Arborist preferred. Higher education/Degree in forestry or environmental services.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

CDL (Preferred) Certified Arborist (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Bellefonte, PA 16823 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Bellefonte, PA 16823: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person