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Tree Trimmers and Pruners in The United States
(Podadores de árboles)
Tree Trimmers and Pruners -- Cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health, and value of tree. Prune or treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, pruning hooks, sheers, and clippers. May use truck-mounted lifts and power pruners. May fill cavities in trees to promote healing and prevent deterioration.
| SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) | 37-3013.00 |
| Career Interests | R |
| Minimum education required | (High school) High school diploma or equivalent |
| Minimum work experience required | (None) None |
| Job training required | (Short OJT) Short-term on-the-job training |
| Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028) | 0.99 (low growth) |
| Current number of workers in USA (2018) | 55,600 |
| Projected number of workers in USA (2028) | 61,100 |
| Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028) | 8,100 |
| Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019) | $26,450 |
| Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $42,510 |
| Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $62,390 |
| Career Cluster | Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (Agricultura, alimento y recursos naturales) |
| Major Occupational Group | Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance |
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Salaries over $208,000 are sometimes shown as >$208,000 rather than the actual salary.
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