Assist crews with tree removals, pruning, and rigging operations
• Drag and process brush and wood debris throughout the workday
• Feed and operate wood chippers safely under supervision
• Help maintain safe and organized job sites
• Learn proper chainsaw handling and safety procedures
• Assist with climbing and rigging setup
• Operate and work around heavy equipment, bucket trucks, loaders, and trailers
• Perform daily equipment checks and basic maintenance
• Follow all company and OSHA safety procedures
• Wear required PPE including hard hats, chainsaw chaps, and gloves
• Communicate clearly with crew members and supervisors
• Assist with traffic and work zone safety setup when needed
• Help load, unload, and organize tools and equipment
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions year round
• Represent the company professionally on customer properties
• Arrive on time and maintain dependable attendance
• Continue learning arborist skills and industry safety practices
Blessing Tree Service is looking for hardworking, reliable individuals to join our crew as an Entry Level Arborist Trainee. This is not a sit behind a desk type of job. This is extremely physical, hands on work that takes grit, teamwork, and a willingness to learn.
If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, operating equipment, and learning skilled trades, this can turn into a long term career with strong growth opportunities in the tree care industry.
What You’ll Do:
• Assist with tree removals, pruning, rigging, and ground operations
• Drag brush, feed wood chippers, and help maintain safe job sites
• Learn how to safely operate chainsaws, ropes, climbing gear, and heavy equipment
• Work alongside experienced arborists and climbers daily
• Help with equipment inspections, cleanup, and truck organization
• Follow strict safety procedures at all times
What We’re Looking For:
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding labor daily
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
• Team player with a good attitude
• Ability to lift heavy material repeatedly throughout the day
• Comfortable working around large equipment, heights, ropes, chainsaws, bucket trucks, and wood chippers
Preferred but Not Required:
• Experience with landscaping, construction, tree work, or labor intensive jobs
• Valid driver’s license
• CDL is a plus but not required
Important:
This job is physically and mentally demanding. You will be working around dangerous equipment and at active job sites. Safety is extremely important to us. This position is best suited for someone who wants to build real skills, work hard, and grow within the company.
Pay:
$18 to $24 per hour depending on experience, attitude, and work ethic.
Schedule:
Full time
Overtime opportunities available
Why Join Us:
• Opportunity for advancement
• Learn specialized arborist and climbing skills
• Work with a tight knit crew
• Hands on training provided
• Every day is different
At Blessing Tree Service, we are a small family oriented company that takes pride in hard work, honesty, and treating our employees like people, not numbers. We specialize in professional tree care services and are passionate about safety, teamwork, and quality work.
We are looking for dependable individuals who want more than just a paycheck. We want people looking for a long term career working outdoors, learning skilled trade work, and becoming part of a strong crew environment.
This industry is physically demanding, but it is rewarding work for the right person. Every day is different, and there is real opportunity to grow your skills and advance within the company.