B Tree Climber (Heartwood)

This role is located in Charlotte, NC at Heartwood Tree Care.

Heartwood Tree Service / B Climber

Serve as member of a tree care crew with primary responsibility to climb, inspect and perform routine tree work, assisting in the performance of all services.

What you’ll be doing (not limited to):

• Safe daily production including, but not limited to tree climbing, pruning and tree removal
• Gear and Pre-climb inspections
• Safe climbing techniques, limb walking, proper work positioning, rope installation
• You would work directly with the crew leader

What you’ll need to succeed:

• 1- 3 Years of climbing experience
• Enthusiastic, open minded, and a willingness to learn
• An industrial athlete with a great attitude and LOVE of trees
• A valid driver’s license is required, CDL would be a plus!
• Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals
• Ability to properly identify tree and shrub species, and have a working knowledge of each species’ characteristics
• Ability to climb without spurs
• Experience with tree care safety standards
• Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation
• Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck) would be a plus

What you’ll love about your job:

• Training and development opportunities, we encourage and empower personal growth, and support along the way! We promote from within.
• Safety is our number one priority here at Heartwood, you will get to work alongside some of the best trained tree care professionals, with some of the best equipment our industry has to offer.
• We offer competitive compensation, based on experience and skill level, and benefits, including: health, dental, short term disability, life insurance, paid time off, 401(K), Flex Spending Account plan, and an annual allowance for boots and chainsaw pants.
• Also Paid Continuing Education, including ISA Certification, CTSP, EHAP, First Aid, and CPR

What your career path will look like: This position naturally flows into Climber A.

Why Heartwood Tree Care:

Heartwood Tree Care has been serving communities since 1979. We are a family driven company built on safety, respect for the craft, and long term care of trees. Our crews support residential and commercial clients across Charlotte, Lake Norman, and Asheville. We invest in our people, maintain quality equipment, and value leaders who set the standard in the field.