Tree Arborists

The CDCI Tree division is seeking an Arborists or an experienced Climbing Arborists to join our Residential & Commercial Tree Care team in the Franklin, KY area. This is an outdoor based, physically demanding, hands-on position. Outdoorsmen and women with prior experience in Utility Trimming, Forestry, Landscaping are encouraged to apply.
DUTIES:

• Responsible for climbing, pruning and removing trees on residential and commercial properties

• Assist Foreman in completing all aspects of Tree Pruning, Removal, Cabling & Bracing by working as both second climber and ground crew

• Services provided include pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal

• Operate Chippers, Trucks, Aerial Lifts, stump grinders or special equipment

• Maintain issued climbing gear, chainsaw, and shared crew equipment as directed by Foreman

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License required

• CDL Class A or ability to attain within 3 months preferred

• Ability to satisfactorily perform Tree Trimmer-Climber duties

• Under direct supervision ability to demonstrate proficiency:

• Climbing trees with closed or open climbing system

• Pruning to ANSI A300 standards

• Operating chippers and chainsaws

• Bucket truck experience preferred

• Equipment maintenance

• Safe working procedures

• Customer service

• Strong tree ID skills, installation experience of cables, bracing and lightening protection are preferred but not required

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Completion of CDCI Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire

BENEFITS / WE OFFER:

• Full time hourly position (compensation based on qualifications and experience)

• Potential for overtime

• Generous performance incentive plan

• Excellent benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Paid time off vacation, Holiday Pay, Sick leave

• All climbing gear and PPE provided

• Reimbursement is available for industry related certifications

Interested candidates can fill out application or in person at our Main Office:
Charles Deweese Construction Main Office
765 Industrial Bypass North
Franklin, KY 42134
P.O Box 504
Franklin, KY 42135
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Type: Full-time