Tree Climber

About Midwest Services Group

We are a leading provider of quality pipeline services, restoration, and vegetation management. We work to improve the lives of those around us by maintaining the integrity of America’s infrastructure.

How you get to help us do that in this role

Facilitate pipeline services for gas, oil, and utility companies by cutting and clearing trees and vegetation

What you’ll do

• Maximize operational reach across our service geography through extensive travel
• Provide timely and safe transportation of equipment by securing loads and traveling to and from sites
• Maintain clear and safe right-of-ways by ensuring they remain free from vegetation obstructions, hazards, and accessibility issues
• Ensure safe and efficient tree ascent using climbing equipment
• Identify and address signs of damaging pests or disease in inspected trees
• Execute tree felling and log cutting/splitting with precision and safety using wedges, sledges, and chainsaws
• Prune trees safely and effectively using rope and saddle
• Ensure the safety and stability of tree care tasks by proficiently tying knots and upholding industry-leading tree care safety standards
• Facilitate smooth and safe vehicle and equipment operations through effective signaling and direction
• Maximize work site, truck, and equipment safety, efficiency, reliability, and longevity through proper operation, organization, inspection, and maintenance (climbing gear, aerial lifts, chainsaws, woodchippers, etc...)

About you

• You value safety and a drug-free environment. For you, safety is not an obligation, it is a way of life.
• You understand how to secure a load for safe travel (i.e., tie-downs, chains, pinch points).
• And speaking of travel, you love it!
• You also love to work outside in nature in a role that keeps you physically fit
• You've got basic tech skills for photo and data uploads, sending and receiving GPS points, and working with Google Earth KMZ files
• You don't mind working 6 days per week when needed
• You can pass a background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen

• Familiarity with ANSI standards
• High school or equivalent
• Class A CDL License
• ISA Arborist Certification

What’s in it for you

• Paid Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Enrollment in company insurance benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance (+$10,000 company paid)
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flex Spending
• Employer matched 401K.
• Per Diem 7 days a week while traveling

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our workplace and creating an environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We comply with all applicable laws governing EEO and affirmative action, and we ensure that all employment decisions are made solely based on job-related qualifications and merit.

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