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SalaryArborist/Bucket Foreman – Distribution
Rutland, VT
$26 - $28 per hour
Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for a motivated individual to join the team as an Arborist/Bucket Foreman. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with at least 6 months experience in the tree care industry and experience operating a bucket/running a bucket crew.
CDL A or B license preferred but not required. Lucas Tree Experts provides FREE on-the-job training for those willing, able, and interested in advancing their skills in this field.
Are you looking for a company that provides career advancement opportunities?
Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way.
Why Lucas Tree Experts?
- Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)
- High earning potential with weekly incentives
- Safety first culture
- Advancement opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with company match
- Work outdoors!
This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity. Duties: driving and operating a bucket truck, running a crew of 2 to 3 people, manual removal of vegetation from work areas, safely operating various forestry equipment (woodchipper, giraffe, hydraulic equipment, bucket truck, chainsaws) performing line clearance, pruning, and removals.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a Bucket Foreman.
Must have previous experience in the Tree Industry with a proven safety record.
Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.
Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.
Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position.
Must be willing and able to learn how to operate a bucket 75 ft. in the air & operate all equipment safely.
Must be willing and able to learn how to climb trees using the proper tools of the trade.
Must successfully complete the Electrical Hazards certification within 30 days
Must attain Arborist trainee OTM level within the 60 days (supervisor sign off)
Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career (this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).
Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.
Must have a clean safety record.
Successful professionals at Lucas Tree Experts have come from a variety of backgrounds, including Utility Line Clearance, Integrated Vegetation Management, Arboriculture, Field Operations Management, Supervisor, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Arborist, Forestry, Off-Road, Natural Resource Management, Storm Restoration, and Landscape Maintenance.
Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs & a complete benefits package.
Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!
- Please Note: Correspondence will be primarily via e-mail. Please provide us with a working e-mail on your application. If you don't hear from Lucas Tree within a day, please check your spam folder.
