Forestry Journeyperson

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-30/hr dependent upon experience

We are seeking experienced fellers to join our team as a Forestry Journeyperson. This position will have an employee traveling regularly to projects inside and outside of Ohio, bringing a wealth of knowledge including felling, climbing (preferred), and a safety first focus in all assigned tasks.

Candidates must possess a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a production forestry/arboriculture position.

Candidates for this position should be enthusiastic and experienced arborists familiar with the skills needed to safely complete production tree work.

What candidates should possess:

• Drivers License and clean driving history (required)
• MRS hitch climbing or SRS experience (preferred)
  

• Experience removing trees (both large and small)
• Attention to detail in all operations
  
• Genuine interest in arboriculture
• Excellent communication skills
• Safety First Focus
• Enjoy working as a team in varying weather conditions
• ISA Certified Arborist credential (preferred)
• CDL Class A (preferred)

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment motor vehicle history review, background check and drug screen.

If you are interested in joining the Russell Tree Experts team, please click below and apply now! Compensation commensurate with experience. Our seasonal positions receive paid health insurance and paid time off during your employment period.

What we offer: Competitive compensation based on experience. Comprehensive health insurance (we pay 100% of employee-only premiums!), 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays, and continuing education days. All employee benefits are offered in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations.

Russell Tree Experts was founded in 2005, is family-owned and based in Westerville, Ohio. We maintain a Drug-Free and tobacco-free workplace. Russell Tree Experts is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.