Tree Trimmers and Pruners   37-3013

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

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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Occupation Details

 

Location

North Carolina

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Growth Opportunity

7.10% growth rate
300 annual job openings

Wage Range

$18/hour 16.39 18.46 50th percentile 22.61

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

Short-term on-the-job training
(less than one month)

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