Primary Functions: Serves as a team member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of climbing, and assisting crew leaders in the performance of all services.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ PRIMARY DUTIES · Performs all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader or designated supervisor - Participates in all job site safety briefings - Utilizes all appropriate personal protective equipment - Understands and demonstrates proficiency in all aspects of the ground person position - Learns to identify the basic trees and shrubs common to the service area - Develops a basic understanding of tree growth - Demonstrates sound tree risk assessment skills - Demonstrates equipment inspection skills - Demonstrates proper application of approved knots - Demonstrates and practices proper climbing techniques and procedures - Demonstrates and practices proper pruning skills - Demonstrates and practices proper rigging techniques - Assists with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties - Learns and understands the procedures and techniques needed to assist in performing plant health care services, such as pesticide and fertilizer applications - Learns and understands the dangers associated with electrical hazards · Reports for duty at the designated location on time each day · Follows directions from the crew leader or designated supervisor · Learns, understands, and adheres to all safety rules and company safety policies · Participates in all safety training sessions offered, asks questions, and improves job safety skills · Communicates well with all crew members and crew leader · Strives to improve job skills and develop the potential for upward mobility
MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES · Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the crew leader or designated supervisor, arborist representative, or local manager