Tree Climber — Suffolk, VA

Job overview

The Tree Climber role is onsite in Suffolk, VA; the posting states pay of $24 per hour. The position is intended for local professionals within an hour’s drive of Suffolk and supports tree work, including storm assignments as needed. The climber performs tree climbing, pruning, and removal under a foreperson’s direction while helping maintain safe work areas and equipment. The role also supports ground operations, handles brush and debris, and may travel out of town for storm restoration work when needed.

What you'll do

• Climb, prune, and remove trees as directed
• load and unload logs, brush, and debris
• feed brush into a chipper
• use hand and power tools from the ground
• inspect assigned tools and equipment
• maintain safe and orderly work areas
• perform storm work as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

tree climber

suffolk va

xylem

tree pruning

tree removal

line clearance

utility vegetation management

storm restoration

safety

climbing experience

$24 per hour

medical benefits

dental benefits

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) enrollment option
• paid time off eligibility varies by position.

Why this role

Prior professional line-clearance climbing experience is required for consideration; out-of-town travel for storm restoration may be needed.

About the employer

Xylem I LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.