What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tree Climber/Trimmer position at Rios Brothers Tree Services?
ABOUT US
Rios Brothers Tree Services has been around since 1990, located west of Fort Worth, TX near the town of Weatherford. Rios Brothers has a great culture full of positive people that come to work every day loving what they do. The company is built on a foundation of respect for its people and its customers, and the quality of workmanship is unmatched in the industry.
JOB SUMMARY
We seek a Tree Climber / Tree Trimmer to help expand our successful residential tree service company throughout the DFW metroplex.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Remove dead, excess, or low-hanging branches to improve the tree's health and safety.
- Perform clearing & tree trimming duties including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk or damaged trees and removing broken limbs.
- Prepare, operate, and maintain all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
- Remove limbs and brush, cleanup and dispose of debris.
- Safeguard employees and the public from hazards in and around the working areas.
- Help enforce on-the-job safety practices.
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS
- At least one year experience working as a Climber / Trimmer.
- Knowledge of trees including identification, growth habits and correct arboriculture techniques for the trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing of tree limbs.
- Experience in tree climbing, knot tying, and PPE.
- Ability to perform physical labor such as lifting a minimum of 50 lbs. to shoulder height or more.
- Capable of operating two-handed equipment (chainsaw, circular saw, etc.) and have the physical ability to endure extreme weather variances.
- Willing and able to obtain specialized training and certifications as required, such as local, state, and federal licenses.
- Ability to work extended hours when required.
SCHEDULE, PAY & BENEFITS
- Pay is negotiable depending on experience.
- Schedule is Monday through Friday.
- Health, Dental and Vision after waiting period.
- 401k Matching after waiting period.
- Paid Vacation.
- Paid Holidays.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- What is your salary requirement?
Experience:
- Tree Climbing / Trimming: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person