Tree Trimmers and Pruners
O*NET Code: 37-3013.00
Education Level
Zone 2 - Some Prep
High school + some training
Description
Using sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques, cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health, and value of tree. Prune or treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, hand pruners, clippers, and power pruners. Works off the ground in the tree canopy and may use truck-mounted lifts.
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💼 Also Known As
ArboristBrush Clearing LaborerClimberClimber TrimmerDiagnosticianGrape PrunerGrounds WorkerGroundsmanGroundspersonLaborerLine Clearance TrimmerLine Clearing Tree TrimmerPlant Health Care TechnicianPrunerTanbark LaborerTimber CutterTree ClimberTree DoctorTree ExpertTree Pruner
⚡ Skills (8)
Operation and Control4/100
Operations Monitoring4/100
Critical Thinking3/100
Monitoring3/100
Complex Problem Solving3/100
Speaking3/100
Coordination3/100
Instructing3/100
📚 Knowledge (0)
💪 Abilities (0)
🔧 Technologies & Tools (4)
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