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Tree Pruning Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Tree Climber

Mequon, WI · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape. Will transport equipment and operating vehicles to job sites.

Tree Climber

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$25 - $38/hr

The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape. Will transport equipment and operating vehicles to job sites.

Skilled Tree Climber

Verona, WI · On-site

$21.75 - $30/hr

As a Tree Climber, you will be responsible for climbing trees to perform pruning, trimming, and removal of branches or limbs. You will work with a team of professionals to ensure the safety of ...

The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client's landscape. The Crew Lead position is an additional level of specialty for ...

Groundsperson

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.) * Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers ...

Job Posting Title Top Trimmer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Support and lead ground-level tree pruning and removal * Support and direct crews in the absence of the Crew Leader. * Apply herbicides in accordance with laws and company guidelines. * Inspect ...

Join Olson Toon Landscaping as a Tree crew member! For over 25 years, Olson Toon Landscaping has ... Trim, prune, and reshape trees, remove dead or hazardous branches, and clear areas around power ...

Job Posting Title Top Trimmer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Support and lead ground-level tree pruning and removal * Support and direct crews in the absence of the Crew Leader. * Apply herbicides in accordance with laws and company guidelines. * Inspect ...

Groundsperson

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.) * Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers ...

Tree Groundsperson

Verona, WI · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

Performing tree maintenance tasks such as pruning, trimming, and shaping trees * Identifying and diagnosing tree health issues and providing appropriate treatment * Operating and maintaining ...

Job Posting Title Groundsperson

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.) * Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers ...

Job Posting Title Groundsperson

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Clear vegetation and debris from work sites around power lines (Tree pruning, vegetation removal, lift logs, drag brush, etc.) * Operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers ...

Arborist Climber

Genoa City, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Tree identification * Tree risk assessments * Pruning * Removals * Cabling and bracing * Root collar excavations * Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws ...

Arborist Climber

Genoa City, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Tree identification * Tree risk assessments * Pruning * Removals * Cabling and bracing * Root collar excavations * Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws ...

Climbing Arborist

Fitchburg, WI · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Perform expert tree climbing and pruning tasks in strict accordance with ANSI standards. * Operate advanced machinery including spider lifts, chippers, and chainsaws safely on-site. * Lead and ...

Climbing Arborist

Waunakee, WI · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Perform expert tree climbing and pruning tasks in strict accordance with ANSI standards. * Operate advanced machinery including spider lifts, chippers, and chainsaws safely on-site. * Lead and ...

Climbing Arborist

Brooklyn, WI · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Perform expert tree climbing and pruning tasks in strict accordance with ANSI standards. * Operate advanced machinery including spider lifts, chippers, and chainsaws safely on-site. * Lead and ...

Climbing Arborist

Cross Plains, WI · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Perform expert tree climbing and pruning tasks in strict accordance with ANSI standards. * Operate advanced machinery including spider lifts, chippers, and chainsaws safely on-site. * Lead and ...

Climbing Arborist

Belleville, WI · On-site

$25 - $40/hr

Perform expert tree climbing and pruning tasks in strict accordance with ANSI standards. * Operate advanced machinery including spider lifts, chippers, and chainsaws safely on-site. * Lead and ...

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Tree Pruning information

What is tree pruning?

A Tree Pruning job involves trimming and cutting branches to improve a tree's health, appearance, and safety. This process removes dead or diseased limbs, promotes new growth, and reduces potential hazards. Tree pruning is essential for maintaining the structural integrity of the tree and preventing damage to property or people. Professionals use specialized tools and techniques to ensure the best results while preserving the tree’s natural shape and strength.

What does a tree pruning specialist do?

A typical day for a tree pruning professional involves assessing the health and structure of trees, determining which limbs need to be cut for safety, aesthetics, or tree health, and using various hand and power tools to perform precise cuts. You may work on both residential and commercial properties, often collaborating with a team of arborists or groundskeepers to ensure that all tasks are completed safely and efficiently. The job is physically active and usually outdoors, so being comfortable working in different weather conditions is important. Additionally, safety briefings, equipment checks, and cleaning up debris are routine parts of the daily workflow.

What skills and qualifications are needed for tree pruning?

To thrive in Tree Pruning, you need solid knowledge of tree species, pruning techniques, and basic arboriculture, often supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job experience; formal certifications like ISA Certified Tree Worker can be advantageous. Competence in using hand saws, loppers, chainsaws, climbing gear, and sometimes aerial lifts is typically expected. Attention to detail, safety awareness, teamwork, and strong communication help you excel in this physically demanding role. These skills ensure both the safety of personnel and the health and proper maintenance of trees, which are essential for client satisfaction and environmental stewardship.

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Tree Climber

Mequon, WI • On-site

SavATree LLC
Environmental Consulting Services • 1 - 5K employees

$25 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


SavATree rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Looking for a place where you can thrive?

SavATree’s mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country’s outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.

The General Tree Care Team are the muscle of our operation. These industrial athletes work together to provide high-quality tree care, helping to maintain and preserve the overall health of our clients’ landscapes.

In this role, team members have the opportunity to work outside and visit beautiful properties in their community. The Tree Care team applies expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and well-being of each client’s landscape. Will transport equipment and operating vehicles to job sites.

What a day is like:

Daily focus is working together on a General Tree Care crew to provide high quality tree care to our clients. The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care. Team members are able to safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.

What kind of person are we looking for?  Someone with:

  • Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals
  • Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species’ characteristics
  • Ability to climb without spurs
  • Experience with tree care safety standards
  • Practical knowledge of chainsaw and equipment operation
  • Experience with aerial lifts (bucket truck)

What is Essential:

  • The desire to work outdoors 
  • Valid U.S. driver's license to operate company vehicles, CDL required.
  • Must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S.

Why you might love working here:

  • We have lots of training and development opportunities and support continuing education in the industry
  • Our Tree Care Team works alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety
  • We offer competitive compensation ($25-$35 hr depending on years of experience) including health and dental, paid time off, 401(K) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, Equipment Account

We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each team member the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for team members to reach out and get the help needed, even when it’s from the other side of the country. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each team member has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. That’s why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here.

SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace


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