Climbing Arborist/Foreman
We are seeking an experienced Climbing Arborist/Foreman to join our team. This is a leadership role that requires strong technical knowledge of tree care, excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and guide a team.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of climbers and ground personnel, operating heavy equipment and hand and power tools, and ensuring the safe and efficient completion of tree care projects.
Responsibilities:
• Lead a team of climbers and ground personnel
• Operate heavy equipment and hand and power tools safely and efficiently
• Perform basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstacles
• Ensure 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
• Perform job briefing and assisting Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPE
• Complete tree risk assessment and job site assessment, along with communicating with homeowners about services offered, and performing pre- and post-job walk-throughs
• Communicate verbally and visually with all members of the crew
• Assist in debris cleanup at job completion
Requirements:
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude, able to advise, train and motivate team members
• 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 3-5 years climbing experience and/or 5 years documented foreman experience
• Advanced knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques, along with skilled cabling and bracing techniques, and knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical rigging
• Experience with technical rigging for use in trimming and large removals
• 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 50lbs on a regular basis, along with the ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feet
• Experience operating bucket or claw trucks preferred
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development training
• Professional certification and registration renewals paid by us