Tree Climber/Foreman

Arbor Masters is a third-generation, family-owned business specializing in all areas of tree service and plant care. We are committed to nurturing a culturally inclusive environment that hires, trains, and promotes regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, veteran status, or any other protected class.

We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem-solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Secondary Climbing Arborist to join our team of experts. As a Secondary Climbing Arborist, you will participate in all aspects of tree work, including tree pruning and removals.

• Operate heavy equipment, hand, and power equipment, such as bucket trucks, brush trucks, claw trucks, chippers, pole saws, pruning saws, pole pruners, power pole saws, and chainsaws.
• Repair, sharpen, and maintain equipment and tools.
• Perform basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstacles.
• Lead a 2-person pruning crew while completing pruning & removal projects.
• Ensure all appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on truck, well maintained and accounted for, along with ensuring equipment is inspected and prepared with fuel and fluids.
• Perform job briefing and assist Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPE.
• Complete tree risk assessment and job site assessment, along with communicating with homeowners about services Arbor Masters offers, and performing pre- and post-job walk-throughs.
• Communicate verbally and visually with all members of the crew.
• Assist in debris cleanup at job completion.

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude, able to advise, train, and motivate team members.
• Must have a valid driver's license and possess a class C driver's license.
• CDL class A or class B License with airbrake endorsement is preferred, but not required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of 5 years climbing experience and/or 5 years documented foreman experience.
• Advanced knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques, along with skilled cabling and bracing techniques, and knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical rigging.
• Experience with technical rigging for use in trimming and large removals.
• Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50lbs on a regular basis, along with the ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feet.
• Experience operating bucket or claw trucks preferred.

• Medical Plan effective 60 days following start date.
• Dental Plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) (50% Company Match up to 4%/2%).
• Short Term Disability.
• Long Term Disability (100% Company Paid).
• $25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid).
• Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid).
• Six (6) Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement).
• Professional certification and registration renewals.
• Professional development training.

We are a family-owned business with a passion for tree care and a commitment to excellence. We are looking for a skilled and experienced Secondary Climbing Arborist to join our team.

If you are a team player with a positive attitude and a passion for tree care, we encourage you to apply.

www.arbormasters.com

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