Tree Climber / Bucket Operator
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes * Run saws ... Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless) * Bucket Truck operation * Proper Pruning ...
Tree Climber / Bucket Operator
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes * Run saws ... Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless) * Bucket Truck operation * Proper Pruning ...
Tree Climber / Bucket Operator
Savannah, GA · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes * Run saws ... Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless) * Bucket Truck operation * Proper Pruning ...
Tree Climber / Bucket Operator
Savannah, GA · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes * Run saws ... Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless) * Bucket Truck operation * Proper Pruning ...
Tree Climber / Bucket Operator
Savannah, GA · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes * Run saws ... Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless) * Bucket Truck operation * Proper Pruning ...
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Tree Climber / Bucket Operator
Savannah, GA · On-site
$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes * Run saws ... Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless) * Bucket Truck operation * Proper Pruning ...
Tree Climber Arborist
$225 - $275/day
Tree Climber - Arborist Tri-State Tree Service seeks a skilled Tree Climber to join our ... We invest in cutting-edge equipment and provide opportunities for professional growth while serving ...
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Tree Climber Arborist
$225 - $275/day
Tree Climber - Arborist Tri-State Tree Service seeks a skilled Tree Climber to join our ... We invest in cutting-edge equipment and provide opportunities for professional growth while serving ...
Fleet Mechanic / Field Service Technician
White Cloud, MI · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
... tree cutting and land services. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and performing preventative maintenance and repairs on our fleet of vehicles and heavy ...
Fleet Mechanic / Field Service Technician
White Cloud, MI · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
... tree cutting and land services. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and performing preventative maintenance and repairs on our fleet of vehicles and heavy ...
Tree Climber/Arborist
$20.25 - $27.75/hr
Experience with winches, forestry mulchers, and brush cutters is a plus. Our company: We have been in the residential tree trimming business for over ten years serving higher-end clientele in the ...
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Tree Climber/Arborist
$20.25 - $27.75/hr
Experience with winches, forestry mulchers, and brush cutters is a plus. Our company: We have been in the residential tree trimming business for over ten years serving higher-end clientele in the ...
Tree Trimmer
Stevens Point, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
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Tree Trimmer
Stevens Point, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Tomahawk, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Tomahawk, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Rice Lake, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Rice Lake, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Mcfarland, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
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Tree Trimmer
Mcfarland, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Chetek, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
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Tree Trimmer
Chetek, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Iron Mountain, MI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Iron Mountain, MI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Eau Claire, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Eau Claire, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Richland Center, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Richland Center, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Spooner, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Spooner, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Hudson, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
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Tree Trimmer
Hudson, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Iron River, MI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Iron River, MI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Hayward, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Hayward, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
Tree Trimmer
$25 - $39/hr
Zielies Tree Service Inc., a leader in Vegetation Management Services is currently seeking Tree ... Uses wedges, sledges, and chain saws in felling trees or trimmed trunks and in cutting and ...
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How much do tree cutter jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree cutter in the United States is $17.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are tree cutters?
Tree cutters, also known as tree fellers or arborists, are professionals who specialize in cutting down, trimming, and removing trees. They use specialized equipment to ensure trees are removed safely and efficiently, often working in both residential and commercial settings. Tree cutters may also assess tree health, remove hazardous limbs, and clear debris after storms. Their work is essential for maintaining safety, property value, and environmental health.
What is the difference between Tree Cutter vs Tree Trimmer?
| Aspect | Tree Cutter | Tree Trimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Chainsaw safety, OSHA certifications | Chainsaw safety, OSHA certifications |
| Work Environment | Outdoor, forestry, urban trees | Outdoor, landscaping, residential and commercial trees |
| Job Focus | Removing or felling trees | Pruning and shaping trees |
| Tools Used | Chainsaws, axes, ropes | Pruning shears, chainsaws, ladders |
Tree Cutter and Tree Trimmer both work outdoors with trees, often requiring similar safety certifications. However, Tree Cutters focus on removing or felling trees, while Tree Trimmers specialize in pruning and shaping. Their tools overlap but are used for different purposes, and their work environments are similar, typically in urban or residential settings.
What safety protocols are typically followed by tree cutters during daily operations?
Tree cutters are required to adhere to strict safety protocols to minimize risk, including wearing personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, and chainsaw-resistant clothing. They conduct thorough site assessments to identify hazards like power lines or unstable trees and use safe cutting techniques to prevent accidents. Team communication is essential, with crew members coordinating closely to ensure everyone is clear of danger zones. Regular training and adherence to industry standards set by organizations like OSHA help maintain a safe work environment.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tree Cutter, and why are they important?
Tree Cutters require expertise in tree identification, safe cutting techniques, and physical stamina, often supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job training. Familiarity with chainsaws, rigging equipment, and safety gear, along with certifications like OSHA or ISA credentials, is typically necessary. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help Tree Cutters work safely and efficiently in dynamic outdoor environments. These competencies are crucial to ensure safety, prevent property damage, and deliver quality tree removal or maintenance services.
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$19.75 - $27.25/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 6 days ago
Job description
Looking to work outdoors, use your skills, and get paid well for it? Herrington Tree Care is hiring an experienced Tree Climber/Bucket Operatorto join our growing crew. We're offering, great pay, steady work, and a company that invests in its people.
What You'll Do:
- Climb and prune trees using ropes, harnesses, and modern gear
- Take down trees safely and skillfully, cutting sections and lowering them with ropes
- Run saws, chippers, and other equipment
- Keep your crew safe and communicate clearly on every job
- Leave each job site clean and ready for the customer
What We're Looking For:
- Tree climbing experience (SRT, DRT, or spurless)
- Bucket Truck operation
- Proper Pruning techniques
- Residential Climbing
- Comfortable running chainsaws, ropes, and rigging gear
- Strong work ethic and a focus on safety
- Team player with good communication
What You'll Get:
- Health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401k match
- Certification reimbursement and advancement opportunities
About Herrington Tree Care:
Herrington Tree Services is a premier provider of tree care services, committed to preserving and enhancing the beauty and health of trees in residential and commercial landscapes. Our team of certified arborists and skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and expert advice to our clients.