Employment

We’re Hiring!

About Us

High Lonesome Timber is a small business located at the base of the Black Mountains in the Toe River Valley near Burnsville, NC.  We provide high-quality tree care to Yancey and Mitchell Counties.  We are a safe, professional, and conscientious company using modern methodology to keep our clients’ trees healthy, safe, and beautiful.  On a larger scale, we work with the National Park Service and US Forest Service to protect and maintain the public lands that make our region so special.  We are seeking self-motivated individuals with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to perform physical tasks in a team-oriented environment.

Why Work Here

  • Work outdoors every day in beautiful Western North Carolina

  • Competitive pay, commensurate with skills, experience, and certifications.

  • Living Wage Certified employer.

  • Consistent year-round employment.

  • Retirement with company match after one year.

  • Supportive and inclusive team environment that values skill, safety, and integrity.

  • Flexible time off

  • 4/10 schedule

Basic Requirements For All Positions

  • Ability to lift heavy objects (50+ lbs) and work in physically demanding conditions.

  • A strong commitment to safety and following OSHA / ANSI standards.

  • Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

  • Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with clients and coworkers.

  • Willingness to learn and grow in the tree care industry.

  • Ability to work in various weather conditions (rain, heat, cold).

  • A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

  • Ability to reliably commute to work and show up on time.

  • Ability to comply with drug and alcohol free workplace requirements

  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities for Ground Workers

  • Assist tree climbers and arborists in pruning and removing trees safely.

  • Operate and maintain ground-based equipment, including chainsaws, excavators, skid steers, brush chippers, stump grinders, etc.

  • Manage the removal of tree debris, ensuring that work sites are kept clean and safe.

  • Safely load and unload equipment and materials at job sites.

  • Help prepare the work area by setting up safety zones and traffic control measures.

  • Support team members with rigging and climbing operations as needed.

  • Assist in transporting tools and materials to and from job sites.

  • Maintain and inspect tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality.

  • Provide excellent customer service by ensuring that all job sites are clean and organized at the end of each job.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

  • Previous experience in landscaping, forestry, or tree care.

  • Experience with chainsaw and/or equipment operation.

  • Arborist certification or an interest in pursuing certification.

  • First Aid/CPR certification.

  • Ability to identify tree species.

  • Experience with ropes and rigging.

Responsibilities for Tree Climbers / Arborists

  • Assist with all ground operations as needed.

  • Perform aerial tree work in accordance with ANSI A300 standards.

  • Climb trees without spikes for pruning according to Best Management Practices.

  • Set up technical rigging.

  • Work with crane operators for removals.

  • Operate aerial equipment.

  • Collaborate with ground crew to ensure efficient and safe worksite operations.

  • Inspect and maintain climbing equipment to ensure safety.

  • Inspect tree defects for safety.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

  • 1+ year of professional tree climbing experience

  • Forestry degree, ISA Certified Arborist, Certified Treecare Safety Professional, or interest in pursuing certification

How to Apply

  • Please submit a resume along with references to: contact@hltimber.com

  • For inquiries call: 828.284.8353