Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- Additional Training and Educational Events
- Occasional Team Meals and Lunches Provided
- Boot credit
- Gear Allowance
- Uniform Credit
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
Pay : $40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Job description :
Elite Climber and / or Aerial Lift Operator
Full-Time | $40$60 / hr Based on Experience & Credentials | 4045 hrs / week
Are you an elite climber and an aerial lift operator who knows your valueand is ready to build something better?
At Momentum Tree Experts, we dont hire seat fillers. We hire professionals who elevate every job they touch and want their name to mean something in this industry.
If you take pride in precision, safety, and teamworkif youre tired of poorly run jobs, unmotivated crews, or companies that dont invest in excellencethis may be the opportunity youve been waiting for.
Were a values-driven, TCIA Accredited company based in Novi, MI, serving high-end residential clients who care about doing things right. While we perform removals, theyre far from our identity. We prioritize proper pruning, preservation, and technical excellence rooted in tree biology and long-term care.
What Makes Momentum Different
Owner-led and field-driven : Youll work under someone who still climbs and leads from the frontNo egos, no shortcuts : Everyone contributes, and everyones voice mattersPaid industry trainings and certificationsyou choose, we investHigh-performance gear, sharp systems, and strong team cultureClients who respect the trade and are happy to pay for qualityWe followand often exceedANSI and Z133 safety standardsThe Role :
Youll join a crew where technical ability, sound judgment, and deep respect for the craft are the standard. You'll participate in spur / spurless climbing and operating our CMC 100 HD with precision, support complex removals, execute high-end pruning, and contribute to clean, safe, high-quality work from start to finish.
Responsibilities include :
Operate tracked and truck-mounted lifts around structures, wires, and landscapesPerform spurless and spur climbing and aerial work (MRS / SRS)Execute technical removals, rigging, and pruning to ANSI A300 standardsLoad gear, drive trucks and trailers, operate chippers and loadersJoin daily job briefings, follow all safety protocols, and contribute as a team playerSupport ground-level operationsgear, cleanup, and equipment loading includedWhat Were Looking For :
5+ years as a professional climber and aerial lift operatorProficiency in rigging, pruning, removals, and ANSI standardsSpurless climbing mastery (if climbing); confident aerial lift control in tight spacesFamiliarity with dynamic and static cabling systemsCDL (Class A) strongly preferredor clear path toward obtaining oneValid Chauffeurs License (required)Strong situational awareness, physical stamina, and a team-first mindsetISA Certified Arborist and / or TRAQ preferred, but not requiredWhat Youll Get : Pay & Security :
$40$60 / hr depending on credentials, leadership, CDL, and proven skillWeekly payDouble time for storm / emergency callouts40 guaranteed hours / week, year-round (slower winters, but consistent)Gear & Benefits :
$300 gear allowance four times a year (your pickif it works, meets safety standards, well contribute up to $300 )Boot credit provided annuallyUniform credit provided twice a yearBlack Protos helmet with face shield supplied and integrated communication systemPaid sick time and PTO after 90 daysPaid holidaysTeam meals provided regularlyGrowth & Training :
You choose your training; we cover 90% of the cost (up to $3,000 / year)Opportunities to grow into crew leader, consultation, or specialty rolesIn-field training, mentorship opportunities, and leadership potential as we scaleTools & Tech :
All systems accessible via mobile CRMWell-maintained equipment and gearClass B trucks towing A trailerswith larger machines coming soonIs there a benefit you want to see on this list but dont lets talk.
Job Type : Full-time
Benefits :
Employee discountOn-the-job trainingOpportunities for advancementPaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceExperience :
climbing : 3 years (Required)lift operator : 3 years (Required)Work Location : In person
