About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Plano, TX 75039Education Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayTree Climber
Pay rate $25 hr to $30 hr
Arbor Masters is 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 will always cultivate an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all Arbor Masters branches. 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.
Why work at Arbor Masters?
Arbor Masters is a third-generation, family-owned business, specializing in all areas of tree service and plant care. We love our industry, our work family, and making sure our customers are satisfied by approaching our work with high-level standards for safety and excellence. We are putting down new roots and expanding the family business. We are currently looking to add a Tree Climber to our team of experts. As a Tree Climber, you will participate in all aspects of tree work, including tree pruning and removals.
Your future at Arbor Masters
When you join the Arbor Masters team, you are joining our work family. We want to see our work family continually grow and succeed. This is not just a job; it is a career path! We will equip you with all the experience and training necessary to grow and advance in the company. The opportunity is all yours and what you want to make of it!
As a Tree Climber, you would be responsible for
Operating 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.
Repairing, sharpening, and maintaining equipment and tools ø Performing basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstacles
Leading a 2-man pruning crew while completing pruning & removal projects
Ensuring 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
Performing job briefing and assisting Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPE
Completing tree risk assessment and job site assessment, along with communicating with homeowners about services Arbor Masters offers, and performing pre- and post-job walkthroughs
Communicating verbally and visually with all members of the crew
Assisting in debris cleanup at job completion
Requirements
Must be a team player with a positive attitude!
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 2-3-year rope and saddle climbing experience including knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical rigging
Must have basic knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques
Ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feet
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 501bs on a regular basis
ISA Certified Arborist (or in process)
Experience operating bucket or claw trucks preferred e Cabling and bracing skills preferred
Qualifications
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