By performing their job duties, Arborists improve the appearance and functionality of outdoor spaces. When they match trees to clients’ needs and environmental conditions, they help to ensure sites receive adequate shade and new trees can grow with a limited number of interventions. Because they consider things like soil quality and temperature when choosing trees, they reduce the risk of growth failure and save customers money. An Arborist’s trimming, pruning and tree removal services can contribute to public safety by eliminating dead growth that could fall unexpectedly and preventing limbs from interfering with structures and power lines. This tree professional can also help limit the spread of pests and diseases by quickly treating ailing trees with the correct products.
Wat doet een Arborist?
An Arborist, or Tree Surgeon, is an expert in tree cultivation and care who helps plant, maintain and remove trees. Some duties that may be found in an Arborist job description are selecting trees for sites, tending to trees suffering from pests and diseases, and performing tree care tasks such as pruning and trimming.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Arborist moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Arborist moet kunnen uitvoeren:
Meeting with clients to learn about their landscaping preferences, their willingness to perform regular upkeep and their need for shade
Analyzing environmental information for sites, then selecting tree species that will thrive in the area and suit clients’ needs and preferences
Planting seedlings in desired areas
Trimming and pruning trees to encourage growth and maintain their appearance
Examining and diagnosing problems such as pests and diseases
Applying fertilizers and pesticides as needed
Providing tree and stump removal services
Maintaining records of services provided and hours worked
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Arborist zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
Extensive knowledge of tree biology and soil science
Ability to identify tree and plant species
Ability to climb up and down trees using safety harnesses and climbing equipment
Experience using aerial hydraulic lifts, rigging and and chainsaws
Understanding of safety protocols for climbing trees and applying fertilizers and pesticides
Ability to utilize tools used for planting, trimming, applying chemicals and removing limbs, trees and stumps
Observation skills to spot signs of poor growth, pests, diseases and other issues
Problem-solving skills to diagnose and treat problems
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
Als u werft voor functies die gerelateerd zijn aan een Arborist, bekijk dan onze functiebeschrijvingen voor vergelijkbare rollen:
