Tree Climber I

Company: Monarch Landscape Companies
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Texscape Services | Monarch Tree Services Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First! SUMMARY Climbs and trims small to medium size trees. Supports team in site clearing and chipping tree debris, and disposing of tree debris. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES The primary function of this position is to work as a support climber for a standard tree crew while performing basic pruning functions in support of jobsite and crew efficiency. A C-1 works as part of an effective tree care team. A climber at this level assists and supports the crew and crew leader in a variety of ways. Role Specific Responsibilities Working as part of a team. Climb trees to work at heights of up to 60 feet. Perform tree care activities that maintain safe and healthy trees for our clients. Job site set up and clean up. Daily equipment inspection and maintenance. Supporting other team members in tree care activities. Ensuring that all operations, job sites and team members are safe. Ensuring that the general public which might interact with the work area will be safe. Communicating effectively with other crew members and the public. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Demonstration of role specific skills or verifiable requisite experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as sales orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement, volume, and distance. The comprehension levels required to make arithmetic calculations including fractions, decimals, and percentages. REASONING ABILITY Apply critical thinking skills to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. DATA It is essential to make calculations or estimate weight, volume and distance related to arboricultural field operations. COMMUNICATION It is essential to communicate using hand signals with climbers and communicate verbally with the general public to direct them safely around the work area. It is critical to communicate effectively with the climber and crew leader to ensure safety and to perform the work within acceptable standards. BEST PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES It is essential to follow established procedures related to roping and rigging, maintenance of equipment, adjustments to equipment, and report malfunctioning equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described in the Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF TASKS Climber 1 ( C-1 ) is the beginner level climber position. Team members at the C-1 level have basic skills and demonstrate proficiency in the following areas related to tree care Arboricultural work procedures- a C-1 can perform basic tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in small to medium sized trees (up to 60 feet in height) Tree Access- a C-1 can access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections and assessments. A C-1 can safely and efficiently move throughout the canopy, and remove branches without causing damage or injury. Equipment operation- a C-1 has skills in the safe operation of powered equipment such as chippers, trucks and blowers. Equipment operation- a C-1 has basic to intermediate chainsaw skills, and is proficient in both ground based and canopy based chainsaw techniques. Tools- a C-1 can effectively use hand tools such as a hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes and shovels to perform tree care tasks. PPE- a C-1 uses task specific Personal Protective Equipment according to industry standards and company protocols. Jobsite Management- a C-1 is responsible for keeping their work zone safe and organized. A C-1 effectively implements plans to prevent property damage and personal injury during tree care operations. A C-1 ensures a protected work zone. Total Rewards At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including: The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances Company Provided Life/AD&D Employee Assistance Program 7 Paid Holidays 3 Days Paid Bereavement 5 Days Paid Jury Duty Employee Equity Program Paid Time Off Starting at 1 week per year Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay Referral Bonuses Programs Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts Education Assistance Best-in-Class Learning Management System Career Advancement Opportunities The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions. Pay range: $20.00 - $23.00 Texscape Service is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer. Texscape Service is an On Demand Daily Pay employer.

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