Tree Climber - General Tree Care Details

Tree Climber - General Tree Care

SavaTree - Houston, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time

Looking for a place where you can thrive?

SavATree’s mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country’s outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.

Great opportunity for a full time experienced Tree Climber with strong work ethic who is able to work independently, enjoys learning new skills and likes working outdoors. Competitive pay based on experience and numerous opportunities for growth!

We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for team members to reach out and get the help needed, even when it’s from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. That’s why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here.

What a day is like:

The Tree Climber is a skilled position responsible for tree maintenance, pruning and removals on residential and commercial properties using ropes, harness, saddle, and/or bucket truck.

• Daily inspection of all personal climbing and safety equipment including ropes, saddle and personal protective equipment
• Perform pruning and tree removals in accordance with industry standards (ANSI A300 & Z133.1)
• Assistance with lowering limbs, chipping brush and complete clean-up
• Operation and basic maintenance of chippers, chain saws, blowers, and various hand tools
• Communication with clients and fellow crew members

What kind of person are we looking for? Someone with:

• Ability to work in a team environment where communication skills are essential
• Open to continual learning with participation in training programs and certification processes
• Ability to perform strenuous manual work in all weather conditions
• Attention to detail to maintain high quality of care
• Knowledge and execution of proper pruning per ISA standards
• Possess tree and plant identification skills
• Demonstrated climbing ability and knowledge of climbing knots (verified during interview process)
• Valid Driver’s license, CDL a plus or ability to obtain (Class C, A, B)
• Legally authorized to work in the US
• CTW Certified Tree Care Worker Certification highly desired

Why you might love working here:

• We provide team members with equipment, comprehensive training and the opportunity for advancement.
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Employee Assistance Benefits available
• 401k Retirement Savings with company match

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, natural origin, veteran or disability status.

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