Leaf & Limb Hiring for Want to care for trees and learn how to climb them? We’ll train you! at Raleigh, NC Full Time

We are looking for folks that want to care for trees, plant trees, and climb trees. Even if you know nothing about any of these things, that is A-OK. We will teach you everything you need to know. We are most often looking for people to join our tree care crews, though we do have other positions open from time to time.

If you are interested in joining a crew to become a tree care expert, here is some more information about this position:

• No prior experience is necessary. We will teach you everything you need to know.
• We will provide extensive training on everything related to caring for trees, including the following topics: climbing trees, pruning, planting trees, building healthy soil, tree biology, insects, diseases, abiotic disorders, tree diagnostics, tree/shrub identification, and so much more.
• Our core curriculum will span 7-10 years. By the end, you will be a well-rounded tree expert with knowledge of regenerative practices that will help heal the planet.
• Advanced levels of our training program include mentorship, research, presenting findings, and teaching classes.
• Starting pay is $18/hour + benefits. By the time you reach the end of our training program, you will earn $35/hour + benefits.
• You will receive frequent raises based on completing training objectives.
• We begin each day at 6:45am, we typically work in teams of two, and we usually end each day between 3:30 and 5pm pending work load.
• Our benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement, paid time off, flexible scheduling as needed, unlimited unpaid time off, and other perks.

Typical tasks include things like:

• Climbing trees using ropes, pulleys, and other gear. This is similar to rock climbing, but with more safeguards in place.
• Pruning tree branches aloft (after climbing into the canopy) and from the ground.
• Pruning shrubs.
• Using power tools such as chainsaws, blowers, and hedge trimmers.
• Using machinery like chippers, sprayer units, air compressors, and mini skid steers.
• Using non-mechanized tools such as loppers, pole saws, ropes, saws, and so forth.
• Planting trees.
• Performing maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Injecting liquid compost into the soil.
• Using high-powered air tools to rehabilitate unhealthy soils.
• Making compost, compost tea, biochar, and other healthy products for trees.
• Using GIS survey equipment to identify and locate the GPS position of trees.
• Driving trucks.
• Clean up debris using chippers, rakes, and blowers.
• Identify and treat various pest issues on plants, in a way that preserves the health of the ecosystem.
• Learning and training on a daily basis.
• Diagnose plant disorders.
• Attending classes and lectures on the first Friday of every month on a variety of tree care topics.

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JUST FOR FUN! Here is what folks who currently work at Leaf & Limb say about working here:

• I love working with trees and helping care for our planet!
• Every day is different and there are a variety of work tasks at each job.
• I really appreciate the flexible scheduling and unlimited time off. It enables me to pursue travel and adventures outside of work.
• I get paid to learn how to climb trees!
• The work is challenging and meaningful.
• We are the team who care for trees from the tip of the canopy to the roots in the ground.
• People answer questions freely and are open to teaching you without making you feel dumb.
• I love Leaf & Limb’s online and practical training program, which includes frequent raises as you move through subjects.
• Safety is a priority.
• There are so many opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• The opportunity to be trained without any prior experience is a big reason I love it here at L&L.
• Support is everywhere in all the ways. Sometimes you have to reach for it and sometimes it’s given but there is a lot of support.
• We care about each other, we have a considerate work environment, and an inclusive culture. And we have fun!
• This is a place that invests in its people and prefers to promote from within.
• Being on a team of industrial athletes is challenging in all the best ways!
• I like the benefits.
• I’m outside!
• Leaf & Limb is evolving and changing, which means new opportunities.
• This is an intellectually stimulating environment.
• The mentorship program at L&L has really helped me develop professionally.
• We are tree friendly in all the ways. We care about the ecosystems we work within.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift