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Lead Climbing Arborist/ Production Climber

Location: La Verkin, UT
Salary: $20-$30/hr DOE

The Tree Guy is looking for a skilled, safety-conscious Tree Climber to join our veteran crew. We handle everything from high-end residential pruning to large-scale commercial removals and long-term care for landmark trees (including the 100-year-old cottonwoods at Zion’s Lodge). We are looking for a true professional who understands that tree care is as much a science as it is a skill. If you take pride in "spikeless" climbing, precision rigging, and leaving a job site cleaner than you found it, we want to talk to you. Key Responsibilities Precision Climbing: Perform pruning and removals on large trees, often in tight residential or high-traffic commercial spaces. Technical Rigging: Utilize advanced rigging techniques and proper ASNI-standard cuts to ensure the safety of the crew and the property. Equipment Mastery: Safely operate aerial lifts (bucket trucks), chippers, stump grinders, and truck/trailer combos. Daily Maintenance: Take ownership of your gear. Ensure chainsaws, hand tools, and climbing kits are maintained and ready for daily use. Crew Leadership: Work seamlessly with our ground crew to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and safely. Customer Relations: Act as a professional face of the company, answering client questions and ensuring high satisfaction. Qualifications & Requirements Experience: Minimum of 1 year of professional climbing experience. Technical Skill: Must be proficient in climbing large trees without spikes (for pruning) and comfortable working at heights up to 120 feet. Species Knowledge: Ability to identify common local woody plant species to ensure proper pruning cycles. Physical Strength: Ability to consistently lift and move up to 75 lbs. Driver’s License: Valid license required (CDL highly preferred). Certification: ISA Certified Arborist is a major plus, but not required for the right candidate. Why Work With Us? Work on some of the most iconic trees in the Zion region. Join a growing company that is expanding into advanced pest and disease treatment this year. Family-owned atmosphere where your skill and safety are respected. To Apply Please contact Laura at 435-669-1046 or send your resume/work history to [email protected]. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Employee discount On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance Safety equipment provided People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: Tree Climbing: 1 year (Required) Language: English (Required) License/Certification: Not required Drivers License (Required) Work Location: In person