Tree Climber Foreman

$47,840 - $74,880/Yr

Arbor Masters - Shawnee, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Shawnee, KS

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Tree Climber Foreman at Arbor Masters is responsible for leading a team in various tree service operations, including pruning and removals. This role requires hands-on experience with heavy equipment and a strong understanding of tree care techniques. The foreman will ensure safety standards are met while motivating the crew and maintaining equipment. This position offers a career path with opportunities for growth within a family-owned business that values diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Operating heavy equipment and hand tools for tree work.
• Repairing, sharpening, and maintaining equipment and tools.
• Performing basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstacles.
• Leading a 2-man pruning crew while completing pruning & removal projects.
• Ensuring all appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on the truck and well maintained.
• Performing job briefing and assisting Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPE.
• Completing tree risk assessment and job site assessment, and communicating with homeowners about services.
• Assisting in debris cleanup at job completion.
• Motivating and leading the team to meet daily production goals.
• Reviewing work with customers and conducting post-job walkthroughs.

Requirements

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Valid driver's license and Class C driver's license required.
• CDL Class A or B License with airbrake endorsement preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years climbing experience and/or 2 years documented foreman experience.
• Advanced knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques.
• Skilled in cabling and bracing techniques, and knowledge of various knots used in rigging.
• Experience with technical rigging for trimming and large removals.
• ISA Certified Arborist (or in process).
• Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain and lift in excess of 50lbs regularly.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience operating bucket or claw trucks.

Benefits

• Medical Plan effective 60 days following start date
• Dental Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with 50% Company Match up to 4%/2%
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (100% Company Paid)
• $25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid)
• Six (6) Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement)
• Professional certification and registration renewals
• Professional development training