Tree Climber / Crew Leader – Ned Patchett Tree Care & Consulting

Desired Climber Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ climbing experience and Aerial Rescue training
• Experience operating bucket trucks or aerial lifts is a plus
• Experience in detailed, ornamental and natural pruning and shaping techniques
• Responsible for climbing, pruning, and removing trees
• Experience climbing with and without spurs
• Tree ID skills and practice of ISA & ANSI A300 tree care standards
• Understanding of knots, rigging techniques, tree cabling, and bracing
• Experience safely operating chainsaws, chippers, trucks, stump grinders, or special equipment

Additional Crew Leader Qualifications

• Experience managing crews and jobs
• Ability to communicate effectively via email and track project progress
• Ability to maintain efficiency, while ensuring safety compliance and quality control
• Adherence to ANSI Z133 & OSHA work procedures and Company policies
• Customer service skills
• English speaking, Spanish a plus
• Punctuality, Reliability, and Integrity are a must

ISA Certified Arborist / Tree Worker and TCIA CTSP are a Plus!

Compensation: $32-$53 per hour; based on experience, certifications, and skill level

Benefits

• Most competitive wages in the industry
• Health Benefits
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off – PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Training and Certifications to advance your career
• Steady year-round work

Job Requirements:

• Must have a valid License
• Legally authorized to work in the US
• Must be able to demonstrate basic skills during the interview process
• Equal opportunity employer

We desire applicants who possess a valid California Driver’s License with a good DMV record, but we will review all applications.