Job Summary
We are looking for a reliable, hard-working Tree Groundsman, Climber & Bucket truck operator to join our professional tree care team. In this physically demanding role, you will work primarily on the ground to support our arborists and tree climbers. Your focus will be on safety, equipment operation, and maintaining clean worksites. This position is essential for ensuring our tree care and removal operations run safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Worksite Management & Safety
- Set up work zones and implement traffic control procedures.
- Scan areas for potential hazards and enforce safety protocols.
- Assist climbers with rigging, lowering limbs, and handling ropes.
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Operate chainsaws, wood chippers, stump grinders, and hand tools.
- Load, unload, prepare, and stow equipment before and after jobs.
- Perform routine maintenance on company tools and vehicles.
Debris Handling & Cleanup
- Gather and feed brush, branches, and debris into the wood chipper.
- Haul wood and waste materials from the tree to the truck.
- Clean job sites thoroughly to maintain a professional appearance.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Physical Stamina: Ability to lift 50–75 lbs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel for long periods.
- Weather Resilience: Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- Safety Conscious: A strong commitment to following safety protocols in hazardous environments.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to safely operate and maintain manual and powered equipment.
- Teamwork: Strong communication skills to coordinate dangerous tasks safely with a crew.
