We are looking to hire a trainee for our crew. Read on to learn how to apply and what we are looking for.

The Job

Our trainee will start off as a ground crew member. You will be on the ground, dragging brush and debris that our lead climber, David, cuts from the trees, to our wood chipper. You will be expected to work hard and have a keen sense of situational awareness. Tree work is a dangerous job and anyone that works on a tree crew needs to have their head on a swivel at all times.

Job duties include:

• Up to 4 days of work available each week. Work will begin with a tryout day and then we will work with you on more scheduling.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs all day long.
• Drag, lift, and/or carry heavy wood, limbs, brush, and/or debris from tree removal/tree pruning to wood chipper.
• Fill chainsaws with gas & oil, sharpen/replace chains
• Follow instructions – fast learner – quick on your feet.
• Respectful, willing to ask questions.
• Show up on time – sober – have a drivers license. 0 tolerance for Intoxication at work, late arrivals, or no-call / no-shows.
• Willing to travel – tree work is paid on a “day rate”. Some jobs required travel – travel time not compensated. Same pay for a 6 hour day or a 10 hour day.
• Check out our YouTube Channel & Instagram to get an idea of the types of jobs we do.

Compensation

Starting wage is at least $200 / day depending on experience. Ground crew members max out at $300 / day.

Higher earning potential for climbers when they have put in at least 90 days training as ground crew members. Climbing wage will be discussed after aptitude has been demonstrated by the trainee.

Benefits, Payroll, Workers Comp, Growth Potential, etc.

David Marrs Trees LLC is a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries and our active contractor registration can be viewed here at this link.

• All of our employees are paid above-the-table with a regular bi-monthly payroll using direct deposit.
• We pay into the WA Workers Compensation fund for all of our employees.
• We do not offer health insurance or a benefits package at this time but plan to do so in the future.
• You will receive on the job training from our ground crew leader starting with the basics.
• Once you’re starting to get the hang of things climbing training will commence. If you are a good fit, you can expect to make at least $300 a day, 4 days a week, and have potential for growth with our company as we expand our operations.

To ApPly

Send a resume or written description of your work history and a cover letter stating why you think you are a good fit for this role to: carl@davidmarrstreesllc.com or call (425) 318-0383. Reach out with any other questions.