Weatherhead Tree Services

TREE CLIMBER Primary duties: Leading a crew of 2 or 3; Climbing trees using the most recent climbing techniques and gear; Complete daily from large to small pruning including shrubs shaping and hedge trimming as well as removing trees in a safe and timely manner; Working with the team starting with job planning to collecting debris from tree trimming and removal operations into piles to be handles as each job specifies. Hauling, chipping and maintaining a cleared and safe work zone; Cabling, bracing, tying, bolting, staking and guying trees and branches; Comfortable with working in hot, cold and wet environments. Working and leading in an efficient manner while representing safety within the crew. (Wear your PPE) Specialized skills and requirements for the new hired: Career oriented attitude. Good communication, leadership and customer service skills; Capable of reaching daily quota; Skill and knowledge to operate and also perform maintenance on...

GROUND TECHNICIAN Primary duties: Strong knowledge of tying and specific uses for tree-industry knots; Safety for all types of equipment used (Chipper, Stump Grinder, Chainsaw); Being a reliable member of the team responsive to visual cues and hand signals from the Climber and acting promptly with ground support. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the task; Keeping the work area clear of debris, cleaning up limbs and branches as they are brought down in tree cutting work. Raking the area clear to maintain a safe work zone; Lining up branches and piling appropriately for loading into the Chipper; Keeping tools in the staging area and safe zone; Assuring that all lines are kept clear at all times; Being attentive to the Climber’s cues throughout the job, always keeping their eyes on the Climber; Filling of equipment with gasoline or diesel and maintain the safe handling of fuels; Ability to pull, push and lift heavy branches and wood...