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Tree Trimmer/Arborist

The Walt Disney Company

Florida, United States (On-site)

Tree Trimmer/Arborist

5 Hours ago • 3 Years + • ~ $51,401 PA

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Job Description

The Arborist at Walt Disney World plays a vital role in maintaining the stunning landscaping visible to guests. Responsibilities include scheduled arboriculture maintenance, operating various heavy machinery (forklifts, aerial work platforms, etc.), tree climbing using ropes and saddles, and utilizing tools like chainsaws and chippers. The role requires experience in tree production, care, pruning, and moving, adhering to safety standards (ANSI Z133 and ANSI 300). Work may involve handling chemicals and working at heights throughout the Walt Disney World Parks and Resort property. This is a 3rd shift role requiring proficiency in operating equipment and maintaining Disney's high standards for guest experience.

Must have:

3+ years horticulture experience
Aerial rescue guidelines compliance
Knowledge of southern tree species
Valid CDL Class A with air brake endorsement
Ability to lift 50lbs
Tree climbing, pruning, and transplanting skills

Good to have:

ISA certification
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in office software
Tree transplanting and loading expertise

Perks:

Medical benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits (details on Disney Careers website)

Job Summary:

The Arborist is critical in ensuring our landscaping onstage looks great for our guests. The Arborist provides horticulture support for the Global team. This craft helps to ensure the ‘Guest Facing’ horticulture is up to the Walt Disney World standard. The Arborist applicant should have experience in tree production, tree care, tree pruning, and tree moving. The field service position may include work from elevated platforms and confined spaces throughout the Walt Disney World Parks and Resort property.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $24.76 per hour.
Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Responsibilities:

Perform scheduled routine arboriculture maintenance
Operate Forklifts, Lull, box truck, ladder work, work at heights
Climb trees using a rope and saddle
Operate tools and equipment to include chainsaws, chippers and aerial work platforms (AWP) and bucket trucks
Cast members may be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies
Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years experience within Horticulture or Agriculture subject areas
Able to meet requirements for climbing aerial rescue guidelines
Familiar with industry safety standards (ANSI Z133) and procedures (ANSI 300)
Knowledge of southern tree species
Able to lift, push or pull up to 50lbs
Valid CDL Class “A” with air brakes endorsement
3rd shift role
Speak and read English to communicate with guests

Preferred Qualifications:

Most have ISA certification
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Great teammate
Proficiency in standard office software programs and mobile electronic devices
Proficiency in all aspects of
- tree transplanting and loading
- tree pruning including natural and geometric styles
- proper tree planting

Additional Information:

Schedule Availability:
Our Theme Parks and Resorts operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, schedules and start time will vary.

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$51.4K/yr (Outscal est.)

$51.4K/yr avg.

Florida, United States

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