Apprentice Tree Climber

City of Aurora

Aurora, Colorado, US
Base: $15.58 - $19.47ph; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Tree pruning and planting
Ground operations machinery
24-hour emergency response
Join a dedicated team maintaining the city’s canopy through pruning, planting, and essential ground operations

Job Summary

  • Join a dedicated team maintaining the city’s canopy through pruning, planting, and essential ground operations.
  • This role suits individuals who enjoy fresh air and don’t mind a workplace that occasionally requires a literal leap of faith.
  • The City of Aurora offers a competitive total compensation package, well-funded retirement plan, and opportunities for career advancement.

Matching Summary

Join a dedicated team maintaining the city’s canopy through pruning, planting, and essential ground operations.

Salary

Base: $15.58 - $19.47/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 11 paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Tree pruning and planting
  • Ground operations machinery
  • 24-hour emergency response
  • Safety protocols adherence
  • Physical endurance and strength

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service orientation
  • Team player and coordination
  • Environmental stewardship
  • Continuous learning ability

Key Requirements

  • 1000 hours of recognized tree-trimmer training
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license with clean driving history
  • Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License
  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • TCIA Chipper Operator Specialist
  • TCIA Ground Operations Specialist
  • Core 4 Training

Work Rights

Not specified

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