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Arborist Assistant

SMA Advantage, LLC

Lincoln , NE US

Posted/Updated: 3 days ago

Job Description

Do you love working outdoors and physical activity? Not afraid of heights? We are looking for an Arborist Assistant. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am-5 pm. The pay is $18-$20/hr DOE and $25-$28/hr if licensed. Willing to train and invest in you and eventually pay for your certification. Winter season can't guarantee 40 hours/wk. Benefits include health insurance and year-end bonuses!!

Arborist Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

  • Structural and maintenance pruning

  • Removal of dead trees

  • Planting of trees

  • Operate woodchipper

  • Rack, pick up, and dispose of tree branches and leaves

  • Provide preventative tree maintenance such as watering, aerating, fertilizing, cabling, and staking to existing trees

Arborist Assistant Requirements and Qualifications

  • Possess valid driver’s license

  • Have a decent clean driving record

  • Must have minimum 1 year lawn care or landscaping experience

  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and bend, lift, and stand for extended periods

  • Preference given to experience driving Bobcat and/or large roll off trucks

  • Reliable and self-motivated

  • Willingness to learn safe tree climbing practices

  • Comfortable to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

To apply for this position without a resume, call our office @ 402-466-4994 to schedule an interview.

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