Serves as a team member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of assisting climbers and crew leaders in the performance of all services.

• Performs all required ground duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader or designated supervisor
• Participates in all job site safety briefings
• Utilizes all appropriate personal protective equipment
• Assists with the implementation of work zone safety procedures such as the placement of cones and signs, and the provision of flagging services
• Properly utilizes hand tools associated with arboricultural and landscaping work
• Uses and maintains chainsaws safely
• Assists in conducting a tree risk assessment prior to working on any tree
• Assists with the implementation of tree felling procedures
• Assists climbers and crew leaders working on the ground and aloft
• Operates the chipper and all other equipment safely
• Assists with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
• Learns and understands the procedures and techniques needed to assist in performing plant health care services, such as pesticide and fertilizer applications
• Learns and understands the dangers associated with electrical hazards
• Reports for duty at the designated location on time each day
• Follows directions from the crew leader or designated supervisor
• Learns, understands, and adheres to all safety rules and company safety policies
• Participates in all safety training sessions offered, asks questions, and improves job safety skills
• Communicates well with all crew members and crew leader
• Strives to improve job skills and develop the potential for upward mobility
• Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the crew leader or designated supervisor, arborist representative, or local manager

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