Tree Care Climber
$52,000–$62,400 year
On-sitePhoenix, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Prune and remove trees and shrubs using chainsaws, chippers, shovels, and rakes while climbing to heights of up to 60 feet. Lead the crew by assisting the Foreman, organizing tasks, and ensuring safety protocols, ANSI Z133, and OSHA standards are followed. Demonstrate proper felling techniques and rigging skills, maintaining full-time availability for outdoor work in various weather conditions. Subject to MVR and background checks, this role requires comfort with physical demands including lifting up to 50 lbs and working extended periods. Moon Valley Nurseries, the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America, offers competitive pay and benefits including medical insurance and 401(k).
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Able to follow specific instructions and safety protocols
- Applicable knowledge on climbing harnesses, tree gaffs, chippers, chainsaws, and rigging techniques
- Comfortable climbing to heights of up to 60 ft
- Proper felling techniques
- Follow safety guidelines and OSHA standards
- Follow ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 standards
- Subject to MVR and criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations
- Willing to learn and grow to become even better
- Climbing trees for pruning or removals
- Knowledgeable about trees and tree climbing techniques
- The position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day
- The employee must frequently reach for, pull, lift, and/or move items weighing up to and over 50 lbs
- The employee must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind
- The position is expected to be full-time and may be scheduled on weekdays and weekends
- During the interview process, applicants are expected to wear appropriate work attire, considering the nature of the role, and may be requested to demonstrate skills
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