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Overview
The work combines tree health assessment with chainsaw use, aerial rigging, thinning, pest control and safety procedures for work at height. It can involve protecting valuable trees as well as removing unsafe limbs.
In job descriptions, look for climbing, pruning, aerial tree rigging, chainsaw operation, tree disease control, thinning, risk assessment, protective equipment, inspections and advice on tree condition or preservation.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
Tree maintenance can mean climbing, pruning, thinning, rigging limbs, using chainsaws and protecting trees during work near people, property or traffic. Site safety and tree condition guide each job.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes aerial rigging, chainsaw handling, work-at-height procedures, pest and disease control, tree identification, preservation methods and risk assessment before cutting.
Salary context
Pay is best read through climbing responsibility, equipment use, site risk, emergency or storm work, supervision, inspection duties and the level of advice given to clients or landowners.
Career paths
Development may start in grounds maintenance, forestry or horticulture and move toward climbing arboriculture, tree inspection, crew leadership, conservation work or specialist pruning and rigging.
Good to know
Check whether a vacancy names climbing, chainsaw use, aerial rescue practice, pest control, tree surveys, traffic management, equipment maintenance and work around buildings or public spaces.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
Where might this occupation occur?
This occupation may occur in several kinds of economic activity. Here are some examples and other occupations that may be found in the same areas.
Silviculture and other forestry activities
This is one example. Another occupation in this activity is arboriculturist.
Explore this activityThese examples offer an overview but do not show every economic activity where the occupation may occur.
About this information
The selection is based on how occupations are connected to economic activities in ESCO and NACE. Only a few examples are shown to make the information easier to use. The occupations were selected because they are close in occupation area and important skills. The examples are not a ranking. They do not show where most people work, where demand is highest, or which occupation is best suited to a particular person.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 1
Tree Trimmers and Pruners
37-3013.00
Exact relationship
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NACE Rev. 2.1
Economic activities linked to this occupation.
02.1Silviculture and other forestry activities
Alternative labels
Occupation group
Gardeners, horticultural and nursery growers (6113)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/fa30c1cb-dbc5-409c-8124-7284592b123c |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 6113.6 |
| ISCO group | 6113 |
| Concept type | Occupation |