What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tree Service Crew Leader / Climber position at Joshua Tree Experts?
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Crew Leader/Climber
Reports to Department Supervisor or Operations Supervisor
A Crew Leader/Climber at Joshua Tree will oversee and manage a 2 to 6 member team conducting tree and shrub pruning, removal, and general tree preservation techniques and ensure safety, service quality, and standards are being met.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Trains and manages Groundmen, Climber, and Crew Leader Trainee coworkers on their assigned team
• Oversees the daily operations of assigned work orders
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate Joshua Tree Experts Core Values
• Perform and delegate ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments
• Complete daily assigned work in a timely, efficient and safe manner
• Report to work each day prepared and punctually
• Ensure that vehicles and equipment are prepared daily to execute work orders
• Use handsaws, pruning hooks, sheers, and clippers to prune and manage growth of trees and shrubs
• Collaborate with clients and property owners to address their concerns and, provide recommendations, and maintain positive relationships
• Trims and reshapes trees to remove low hanging branches and to create more attractive shapes
• Removes dead and excess branches from trees and/or around power lines
• Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of General Tree Care Operations
• Use roping and rigging devices safely in trimming and removal operations
• Monitor project progress, report on accomplishments, and ensure work quality meets or exceeds company standards
• Operates spyder lifts, boom trucks, loaders, power saws, pruning equipment, and other necessary equipment and tools
• Executes recommendations of Arborist Account Managers in pruning, removing, or reducing for clients
• Ensure that vehicles and equipment are prepared daily
• Perform professional tree care and maintenance using company and industry standards and techniques
• Manage assigned equipment and vehicle through proper maintenance and inspections
• Stay up to date on all training and certifications required to conduct tree care operations
• Safely operates chipping equipment, feeding limbs and brush into machines
• Loads and hauls away debris and trash
• Administer emergency rescue techniques including but not limited to aerial rescue and first aid procedures
• Perform all the duties of a Lead Groundsman and Expert Climber when necessary
• Assist Department Supervisor in training Groundsman, Climber, and Crew Leader Trainee
• Adheres to Safety Cultures and other related rules and regulations
• Delegate work to crew members
• Follow ANSI Standards for proper tree care operations
• Performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrate strong ability to lead, manage, and hold others accountable
• Excellent ability to understand and nurture safe tree care practices
• Excellent ability to identify job site hazards and make necessary approaches to overcome
• Dedication to safety, both for the crew and the public, during all tree care operations
• Excellent ability to work independently and in a group
• Excellent ability to climb and navigate a tree safely and efficiently
• Excellent ability to present a professional image
• Provide excellent customer service
• Ability to perform aerial lift operations
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging techniques
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments
• Must be able to work at least 40 hours per week
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends, if necessary
Required Education and Experience:
• Minimum 6 Years Climbing Experience or Successful completion of 90 Day Probationary as Crew Leader
Trainee
• ISA Certified Arborist
• TCIA Crew Leader Certification
• TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Pass DOT CFR-49 physical exam
• Valid Driver’s License with no major delinquencies in the past 5 years
• Experience driving a forestry or bucket truck is preferred
• Valid CDL-B is preferred
• Forestry or Horticulture Degree preferred
• EHAP Certified
• First Aid and CPR Certified
• Other tree related certifications is preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of climbing trees at extreme heights
• Must be able to have adequate strength and agility including but not limited to good balance and depth perception
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to quickly remove themselves from potential danger
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds for extended periods of time
• Must be able to pull up to 70 pounds
• Must be able to work in all types of weather and at extreme temperatures
• May be exposed to higher-than-average risk of work related injuries and illnesses from exposure to dangerous working conditions, machinery, and heights
Reports to Department Supervisor or Operations Supervisor
A Crew Leader/Climber at Joshua Tree will oversee and manage a 2 to 6 member team conducting tree and shrub pruning, removal, and general tree preservation techniques and ensure safety, service quality, and standards are being met.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Trains and manages Groundmen, Climber, and Crew Leader Trainee coworkers on their assigned team
• Oversees the daily operations of assigned work orders
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Demonstrate Joshua Tree Experts Core Values
• Perform and delegate ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments
• Complete daily assigned work in a timely, efficient and safe manner
• Report to work each day prepared and punctually
• Ensure that vehicles and equipment are prepared daily to execute work orders
• Use handsaws, pruning hooks, sheers, and clippers to prune and manage growth of trees and shrubs
• Collaborate with clients and property owners to address their concerns and, provide recommendations, and maintain positive relationships
• Trims and reshapes trees to remove low hanging branches and to create more attractive shapes
• Removes dead and excess branches from trees and/or around power lines
• Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of General Tree Care Operations
• Use roping and rigging devices safely in trimming and removal operations
• Monitor project progress, report on accomplishments, and ensure work quality meets or exceeds company standards
• Operates spyder lifts, boom trucks, loaders, power saws, pruning equipment, and other necessary equipment and tools
• Executes recommendations of Arborist Account Managers in pruning, removing, or reducing for clients
• Ensure that vehicles and equipment are prepared daily
• Perform professional tree care and maintenance using company and industry standards and techniques
• Manage assigned equipment and vehicle through proper maintenance and inspections
• Stay up to date on all training and certifications required to conduct tree care operations
• Safely operates chipping equipment, feeding limbs and brush into machines
• Loads and hauls away debris and trash
• Administer emergency rescue techniques including but not limited to aerial rescue and first aid procedures
• Perform all the duties of a Lead Groundsman and Expert Climber when necessary
• Assist Department Supervisor in training Groundsman, Climber, and Crew Leader Trainee
• Adheres to Safety Cultures and other related rules and regulations
• Delegate work to crew members
• Follow ANSI Standards for proper tree care operations
• Performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrate strong ability to lead, manage, and hold others accountable
• Excellent ability to understand and nurture safe tree care practices
• Excellent ability to identify job site hazards and make necessary approaches to overcome
• Dedication to safety, both for the crew and the public, during all tree care operations
• Excellent ability to work independently and in a group
• Excellent ability to climb and navigate a tree safely and efficiently
• Excellent ability to present a professional image
• Provide excellent customer service
• Ability to perform aerial lift operations
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of knots, ropes, and rigging techniques
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments
• Must be able to work at least 40 hours per week
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends, if necessary
Required Education and Experience:
• Minimum 6 Years Climbing Experience or Successful completion of 90 Day Probationary as Crew Leader
Trainee
• ISA Certified Arborist
• TCIA Crew Leader Certification
• TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Pass DOT CFR-49 physical exam
• Valid Driver’s License with no major delinquencies in the past 5 years
• Experience driving a forestry or bucket truck is preferred
• Valid CDL-B is preferred
• Forestry or Horticulture Degree preferred
• EHAP Certified
• First Aid and CPR Certified
• Other tree related certifications is preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of climbing trees at extreme heights
• Must be able to have adequate strength and agility including but not limited to good balance and depth perception
• Must be able to hear verbal instructions from a distance
• Must be able to quickly remove themselves from potential danger
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds for extended periods of time
• Must be able to pull up to 70 pounds
• Must be able to work in all types of weather and at extreme temperatures
• May be exposed to higher-than-average risk of work related injuries and illnesses from exposure to dangerous working conditions, machinery, and heights
Salary : $28 - $45
