rewards

[treeman82]

What do you guys feel is the most rewarding part of your job?

I like going to a property which looks like crap, taking down, pruning, planting, and mulching trees, etc. and then have the property look completely different in a good way. It makes me feel really good, as opposed to doing work on 1 or 2 trees on a property.

 

[Crispin Hoar]

I loved climbing trees as a kid. Now I get paid to do it.

 

[NeTree]

I do mostly hazard removals, especially of late.


Rewarding to me? Being able to look at a very difficult job when all is done, and knowing you did what only 5% of the companies around you could even dream about doing.


Rewarding... being able to save a tree when everyone else says it's a goner.


Rewarding... planting a tree, and taking care of it for years afterwards. Tending to it almost like your offspring.



=)

 

[BigJohn]

5% just around you?We don't have 5% competition here in Philly. I would have to say I like doing what only maybe 10 people in the world would do.

I like the money the most only reason I'll do what I do. I like to feel needed and that I have my place and my purpose. I like to be the risk taker and save everyone else.

 

[Tree Machine]

I kinda like being one of the ten.

 

[MasterBlaster]

So, who are the other seven?

 

[Tree Machine]

You mean 8 others? Hmmm, Aussie Lopa, Timber McPherson, Beranek,

We're not talking about academicians, technicians or rigging specialists, we're talking about the guys who can safely subdue any tree, will take one on in any weather condition, with speed unsurpassed who's not dependent on a lot of support or equipment. A pure climber, spikeless, fearless, always yearning the most technical, difficult tree problem around who LOVES the problem solving aspect of tree work. You would want him on your search and rescue call card.

I listed three hardcores that come to mind, but I don't know if Jerry does sucky weather. Who else?

There's a lot of exceptional climbers out there, but you're asking about the climbers who will go and do where other climbers won't and don't. I think they know who they are.

 

[NeTree]

We sure do.

 

[glens]

Originally posted by Tree Machine
... not dependent on a lot of support or equipment. A pure climber, spikeless...

Well, I seen ya shinny 30 or 40 feet right up an about 24" ash using just the lanyard and yer what-would-be-spikes if you were wearin' 'em.  With the end of yer climbin' line in yer teeth so's you could anchor it up there...

Still can't help but think you were showing off and ended up with some good bruises on the inside of your knees and on your shins.

Glen

 

[Guy Meilleur]

Originally posted by Tree Machine
we're talking about the guys who can safely subdue any tree,

And we're also talking about the guys (or Guy anyway) who are subdued by the trees they work on, who see and feel the adaptations that trees make to survive and thrive, who marvel at and try to emulate the power in their life force.

"Rewarding... being able to save a tree when everyone else says it's a goner."

What Erik said. that's the real risk-taking, putting your ego on the line by making wild claims that a "goner" is far from gone, then working with the tree's energy to pull it through.

Money? It's for nothing, and the kicks are free.

Removing? Disassembly, destruction. A hard job done well may be satisfying, but what's rewarding about creating a stump?

 

[Tree Machine]

Agreed, Guy. I love being the convincing force that sways the decision toward NOT taking the tree down. It's a personal covenant.

Glen, ya weren't suposed to spill that, remember? It was SRT, with a little twist, just for you. And I didn't have the rope in my teeth, though it sounds really swashbuckling. Yes, I was showing off, don't usually fly up a trunk like that, but I was demonstrating leverage over gravity, not prowess.

That instance is not what I meant by 'pure climber'. By that I mean, doesn't use a bucket; takes on crane jobs where a crane can't reach, does not cause damage in his wake.

I also mean a guy who takes serious, and is good at tip pruning, who can maneuver swiftly through the crown to the next far reach area, safely, confidently, consistently and have it be truly more fun than work and understanding the benefit he's giving to the tree.

Rewarding is looking at your work years on down the road and having the tree show you that the two of you were perfectly aligned on planning it's future.

 

[MasterBlaster]

Originally posted by netree
We sure do.

I would love to work with a better climber than me. Unfortunately(or not) I'm it around here. One guy comes close, but he often does damage. Another guy is in the running, but he's kinda slow. Myself and the first guy are the only ones that prune W/O spurs.

And by better climber, I don't mean someone covered with climbing devices.

I'd sure like to drink a beer with Gerald, in the top of a giant redwood. Maybe someday!

 

[John Stewart]

Originally posted by netree
I do mostly hazard removals, especially of late.


Rewarding to me? Being able to look at a very difficult job when all is done, and knowing you did what only 5% of the companies around you could even dream about doing.


Rewarding... being able to save a tree when everyone else says it's a goner.


Rewarding... planting a tree, and taking care of it for years afterwards. Tending to it almost like your offspring.



=)

Soul Brother

 

[NeTree]

Originally posted by Guy Meilleur
What Erik said. that's the real risk-taking, putting your ego on the line by making wild claims that a "goner" is far from gone, then working with the tree's energy to pull it through.

Speaking of which, didja get my PM?

Got one that's gonna be a real challenge to save, but worth it. I'd value your input.

 

[JJackson]

Finding a Happy customer...I am in the utility clearance field. Not too many people running out to thank us. Just the odd one that we take down a 35" pine down for free...then they thank you. I like knowing that I did the best job I could and had positive interactions with customers like I did today.

 

[glens]

Originally posted by Tree Machine
Glen, ya weren't suposed to spill that, remember? It was SRT, with a little twist, just for you. And I didn't have the rope in my teeth, though it sounds really swashbuckling. Yes, I was showing off, don't usually fly up a trunk like that, but I was demonstrating leverage over gravity, not prowess.

Was that part of the NDA?  I thought the fact that the tree was leaning about 6° was.  Sorry.

For those who haven't met Jim, if you're familiar with Roy Underhill of <a href="http://www.pbs.org/wws/" target="_blank">The Woodwright's Shop</a> (PBS) who does the woodworking with all the old hand tools, well, Jim exhibits much the same kind of exuberant behavior.&nbsp; If you don't know how Roy behaves, lets just say they're obviously not bored with the topic and tasks of their work.

Glen

 

[Tree Machine]

Compliment taken!

I love my work. Just being able to do what I do is my reward.

Being able to discuss the stuff with like-minded professionals is a major bonus because Elizabeth sorta just doesn't really give a crap anymore. Without you's guys I wouldn't have anyone to exchange with, except TCIA Expo once a year.

................................... Thank You !....................................

 

[John Stewart]

Re: Compliment taken!

Originally posted by Tree Machine
I love my work. Just being able to do what I do is my reward.

Being able to discuss the stuff with like-minded professionals is a major bonus because Elizabeth sorta just doesn't really give a crap anymore. Without you's guys I wouldn't have anyone to exchange with, except TCIA Expo once a year.

................................... Thank You !....................................

Hey Treemachine
That is the way I feel but is that good or just sad!
Later
John

 

[Tree Machine]

It's all good

Only sad if I think of how much income lost over the last year, when I'm on replying to threads while I could be out climbing. Kinda silly, but, but, but,...... I love you, man!

 

[MasterBlaster]

A.S. ROCKS!!!