Tree Care Climber

Moon Valley Nurseries is hiring a full-time Tree Care Climber in Gilroy, CA. The role involves climbing and trimming trees, operating equipment, and assisting the crew. Candidates should have knowledge of tree care, safety protocols, and be comfortable with heights. The position offers a salary of $25-$30 per hour, benefits including health insurance and paid time off, and opportunities for career development.
Job Details
Level Experienced

Job Location Gilroy, CA

Position Type Full Time

Salary Range $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage Up to 50%

Job Shift Open Availability Day Shift

Job Category Horticulture

Description
Job Summary

The Tree Care Climber is responsible for assisting the Foreman by helping lead the crew, climbing and trimming trees, operating equipment such as chainsaws and chippers and helping other crew members with tasks and continually learning new things. Come work with us at Moon Valley Nursery and we will train and develop you into a great paying career!

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Pruning and removing trees and shrubs.
• Using small tools such as shovels, rakes, chainsaws, and other applicable equipment.
• Cleaning, organizing and following tasks as a crew to take care of our clients.
• Willing to learn and grow to become even better.
• Climbing trees for pruning or removals
• Knowledgeable about trees and tree climbing techniques
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Able to follow specific instructions and safety protocols.
• Applicable knowledge on climbing harnesses, tree gaffs, chippers, chainsaws, and rigging techniques
• Comfortable climbing to heights of up to 60 ft
• Proper felling techniques
• Follow safety guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Follow ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 standards.
Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Physical requirements/Working conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 60 pounds. Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.

OTHER

This position is full time. Must be able to pass drug screen and MVR screening if driving a company vehicle.

We have a career development program for all employees who wish to grow in their position and for promotions.

About Us

Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. Moon Valley Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring and other employment decisions without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. Further, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with all applicable state and local fair chance laws. We are a Drug Free Workplace.

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