What is a tree surgeon and how to become one

Key steps to become a tree surgeon

1. Explore tree surgeon education requirements

   Most common tree surgeon degrees

   High School Diploma

   40.7 %

   Associate

   24.1 %

   Bachelor's

   16.7 %

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2. Start to develop specific tree surgeon skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Safety Procedures	45.63%
   Tree Removal	40.11%
   Chain Saws	14.27%

3. Complete relevant tree surgeon training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New tree surgeons learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a tree surgeon based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real tree surgeon resumes.

4. Research tree surgeon duties and responsibilities

   • Trim, top, and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes and to remove low-hanging branches.
   • Operate powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chainsaws, electric clippers, pruning saws and edgers.
   • Comply with all regulatory requirements and company policies such as OSHA, MSDS and health and safety.

5. Prepare your tree surgeon resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your tree surgeon resume.

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6. Apply for tree surgeon jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a tree surgeon job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams