What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tree Climber (B) Specialist position at Heartwood Tree Care?
Job Description
Heartwood Tree Service / B Climber (Specialist)
Serve as member of a tree care crew with primary responsibility
to climb, inspect and perform routine tree work, assisting in the performance of all services.
What you’ll be doing (not limited to):
Safety is our number one priority here at Heartwood, you will get to work alongside some of the best trained tree care professionals, with some of the best equipment our industry has to offer.
We offer competitive compensation, based on experience and skill level, and benefits, including health, dental, short term disability, life insurance, paid time off, 401(K), Flex Spending Account plan, and an annual allowance for boots and chainsaw pants. Also Paid Continuing Education, including ISA Certification, CTSP, EHAP, First Aid, and CPR
What our current employees have to say:“ The A Climber/ Crew Leader position allows for a series of job site problem solving and educating and managing the crew members in a very fast paced and exciting environment. This is a high responsibility role!” - Ryan T.
What your career path will look like: *This position naturally flows into Climber A.
Company Description
Welcome to Heartwood Tree! Established in 1979 by Patrick George, Heartwood Tree has evolved into an award winning nationally recognized industry leader. We were first in the State of North Carolina to receive accreditation from the TCIA, and staff over 20 Certified Arborists, along with Certified Climbers, Plant Health Care Technicians, CTSP, TRAQ and BCMA! We are also the first tree care company in North Carolina to offer an Apprenticeship program where we provide extensive hands-on training. Upon completion, you can become a Foreman in this profession!
Whether you are starting on the ground or ready to ascend to the top of the canopy, your career will be nurtured here. At Heartwood, you will be provided with the education, experience and equipment that you need to heighten yourself in the Arboriculture Industry. At Heartwood, we view our purpose as “Empowering people as tree stewards.” We empower you by creating emotional connections through people to trees.
Welcome to Heartwood Tree! Established in 1979 by Patrick George, Heartwood Tree has evolved into an award winning nationally recognized industry leader. We were first in the State of North Carolina to receive accreditation from the TCIA, and staff over 20 Certified Arborists, along with Certified Climbers, Plant Health Care Technicians, CTSP, TRAQ and BCMA! We are also the first tree care company in North Carolina to offer an Apprenticeship program where we provide extensive hands-on training. Upon completion, you can become a Foreman in this profession! Whether you are starting on the ground or ready to ascend to the top of the canopy, your career will be nurtured here. At Heartwood, you will be provided with the education, experience and equipment that you need to heighten yourself in the Arboriculture Industry. At Heartwood, we view our purpose as “Empowering people as tree stewards.” We empower you by creating emotional connections through people to trees.
Heartwood Tree Service / B Climber (Specialist)
Serve as member of a tree care crew with primary responsibility
to climb, inspect and perform routine tree work, assisting in the performance of all services.
What you’ll be doing (not limited to):
- Safe daily production including, but not limited to tree climbing, pruning and tree removal
- Gear and Pre-climb inspections
- Safe climbing techniques, limb walking, proper work positioning, rope installation
- You would work directly with the crew leader
- 1- 3 Years of climbing experience
- Enthusiastic, open minded, and a willingness to learn
- An industrial athlete with a great attitude and LOVE of trees
- A valid driver’s license is required, CDL would be a plus!
- Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals
- Ability to properly identify tree and shrub species, and have a working knowledge of each species’ characteristics
- Ability to climb without spurs
- Experience with tree care safety standards
- Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation
- Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck) would be a plus
Safety is our number one priority here at Heartwood, you will get to work alongside some of the best trained tree care professionals, with some of the best equipment our industry has to offer.
We offer competitive compensation, based on experience and skill level, and benefits, including health, dental, short term disability, life insurance, paid time off, 401(K), Flex Spending Account plan, and an annual allowance for boots and chainsaw pants. Also Paid Continuing Education, including ISA Certification, CTSP, EHAP, First Aid, and CPR
What our current employees have to say:“ The A Climber/ Crew Leader position allows for a series of job site problem solving and educating and managing the crew members in a very fast paced and exciting environment. This is a high responsibility role!” - Ryan T.
What your career path will look like: *This position naturally flows into Climber A.
Company Description
Welcome to Heartwood Tree! Established in 1979 by Patrick George, Heartwood Tree has evolved into an award winning nationally recognized industry leader. We were first in the State of North Carolina to receive accreditation from the TCIA, and staff over 20 Certified Arborists, along with Certified Climbers, Plant Health Care Technicians, CTSP, TRAQ and BCMA! We are also the first tree care company in North Carolina to offer an Apprenticeship program where we provide extensive hands-on training. Upon completion, you can become a Foreman in this profession!
Whether you are starting on the ground or ready to ascend to the top of the canopy, your career will be nurtured here. At Heartwood, you will be provided with the education, experience and equipment that you need to heighten yourself in the Arboriculture Industry. At Heartwood, we view our purpose as “Empowering people as tree stewards.” We empower you by creating emotional connections through people to trees.
Welcome to Heartwood Tree! Established in 1979 by Patrick George, Heartwood Tree has evolved into an award winning nationally recognized industry leader. We were first in the State of North Carolina to receive accreditation from the TCIA, and staff over 20 Certified Arborists, along with Certified Climbers, Plant Health Care Technicians, CTSP, TRAQ and BCMA! We are also the first tree care company in North Carolina to offer an Apprenticeship program where we provide extensive hands-on training. Upon completion, you can become a Foreman in this profession! Whether you are starting on the ground or ready to ascend to the top of the canopy, your career will be nurtured here. At Heartwood, you will be provided with the education, experience and equipment that you need to heighten yourself in the Arboriculture Industry. At Heartwood, we view our purpose as “Empowering people as tree stewards.” We empower you by creating emotional connections through people to trees.