Salary for Tree Trimmers and Pruners

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Tree trimmers and pruners work to maintain public walkways and roads according to safety and appearance standards by trimming away excess and dead branches from trees and shrubs. They have an extensive working knowledge of tree trimming equipment and machinery including tree canopies, rigging units and clippers. They are comfortable working for long periods of time in truck mounts high off the ground to reach large tree branches. Additionally, they are expect to maintain their equipment and make sure tools are in proper working order and consistently meet safety standards. They must be able to operate brush chippers, trucks, sprayers and power saws as well. A high school diploma is required for employment in this field.

A Tree Trimmer or Pruner can get an average wage on a scale from $27,510 - $64,520 depending on education and experience. will most likely earn wages of fourty-four thousand and fourty dollars on a yearly basis.

make the most money in Alaska, where they receive pay levels, on average, of near $60,960. They can get the best pay in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation, where they can earn average pay scales of $55,900.

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