Climber - Arbor/Tree Care

About the role

We are seeking experienced Tree Care professionals to join our growing team. Located in Wilton, CT and servicing properties across Fairfield and Westchester counties, you will work on high-end residential properties putting your arbor knowledge to good use in keeping our clients' properties looking great!

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce company safety protocols.
• Safely climb trees using ropes, harnesses, and climbing gear to perform pruning and take downs.
• Absorb responsibility for safely removing trees when necessary, ensuring safety protocols are followed throughout the process.
• Assist in general tree care duties, such as mulching, stump grinding, and site cleanup.
• Operate ground-based equipment such as chippers, chainsaws, and stump grinders, when required.
• Support the Crew Leader in daily operations and ensure tasks are completed in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor.
• Communicate job progress, timelines, and any issues to the Crew Leader to ensure customer expectations are met.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of hands-on experience in climbing trees and performing tree care services, including pruning and take downs.
• Familiarity with tree species, growth patterns, and general tree health is a plus.
• Experience using chainsaws, ropes, harnesses, and other tree climbing equipment.
• Knowledge of proper climbing techniques and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate ground-based equipment such as chippers, chainsaws, and stump grinders.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).
• Comfortable working at heights and in challenging outdoor conditions.
• Capable of performing physically demanding tasks such as climbing, lifting, and bending for extended periods.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Great company culture and benefits – everyone is eligible for paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), 401K plan with company match, employee referral program, annual company bonus, annual summer picnic, team events, and paid annual shutdown.
• Also eligible for additional benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability insurances, flexible spending and other offerings.
• Lots of training and development opportunities to move your career forward
• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Work with state-of-the-art technology and equipment
• The Perks: 401(k) plan with company match, Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance, Paid time Off, Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
• Pay Transparency
• Mariani Enterprises, LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed.
• E-Verify participation
• Equal Opportunity Employer