Experienced Arborist

Take the next step in your arboriculture career! We are looking for a well-rounded, experienced arborist to join our professional and safety-conscious team.

ABOUT RAIN SHADOW CONSULTING

Based on Orcas Island, Washington, Rain Shadow has been providing professional and high-quality tree care, forestry, consulting, and ecological restoration services in San Juan County since 2005. We work with a diverse range of clients from individual homeowners to our regional utility company to non-profit organizations managing large preserves for conservation and rare species restoration. Our sister company, Orcas Biomass, produces and sells quality lumber and mulch products from recycled woody material.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4-7 years experience with chainsaw and arborist work including rigging, technical felling, and climbing
• Aerial lift/bucket truck operation experience is required
• Utility line clearance a plus
• ISA Arborist and/or utility line clearance certifications a plus
• Valid driver’s license and experience driving manual transmissions and driving/backing trailers
• CDL class A or B strongly desired, or willingness to attend company-sponsored training
• Must enjoy working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, safety consciousness, environmental ethic, ability to be a team player, communication skills (verbal and digital), and the desire and ability to learn new skills are most important!
• The job may demand long hours and trips to outer islands. Our crews work a seasonally variable 4- or 5-day work week and are based on Orcas Island and San Juan Island.

PAY AND BENEFITS

• $36-48+/hour DOE
• Paid vacation, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401k with 6% company match, sick leave, paid training, and paid travel
• Opportunities to attend company-sponsored training and pursue ISA Certified Arborist and/or other certifications
• Temporary housing available on Orcas Island
• $5000 sign-on bonus ($500 at sign-on, $4500 after 12 months)
• Relocation expense reimbursement available