Arborist

Jobtailor; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an ISA Certified Arborist to conduct field inventories and assessments across Southern California. You will accurately record species, DSH, canopy spread, height, health, and structural conditions using GIS data collection tools.

Travel throughout Southern California is required. The role emphasizes data quality, safety near roads, and working independently in diverse urban and desert environments.

Qualifications

• BS in forestry or related field or formal arboriculture/urban tree management training.
• ISA Certified Arborist is preferred.
• Experience with GIS-based data collection is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree inventories and assessments across city streets, parks, and natural areas.
• Record species, DSH, canopy spread, height, health and structural conditions using GIS data collection tools.
• Evaluate tree health, maintenance needs, structural defects and potential risk conditions.
• Ensure data quality and consistency with project standards and industry norms.
• Adhere to safety procedures near roadways, construction sites, and remote field locations.
• Travel throughout Southern California and surrounding regions to complete fieldwork.
• Work independently under varying environmental conditions on project-dependent schedules.

Skills

Tree Species Identification

Tree Health Evaluation

Data Quality Assurance

Tree Diameter Measurement

Canopy Spread Measurement

Tree Height Measurement

Structural Condition Assessment

Risk Condition Evaluation

Lift 40 Pounds

Traverse Uneven Terrain

Education

BS in Forestry or related field

Formal arboriculture/urban tree management training

Tools

ESRI Field Map

GPS Units

Inventory Software

Job description

• Perform tree inventories and assessments on city streets, parks, urban areas, oak woodlands, desert environments, and undeveloped lands
• Accurately record tree species, diameter at standard height (DSH), canopy spread, tree height, health, and structural conditions using the ESRI Field Map data collection platform
• Evaluate tree health, maintenance needs, structural defects, and potential risk conditions
• Ensure data quality and consistency with industry standards and project requirements
• Adhere to safety procedures while working near roadways, active construction sites, and remote field locations
• Perform other arboricultural and urban forestry duties as assigned
• Travel throughout Southern California and surrounding regions
• Work independently under varying environmental conditions on project-dependent schedules

Requirements

• International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist
• Minimum of two years of experience conducting tree inventories, tree assessments, or urban forestry fieldwork
• Ability to accurately identify common tree species found in Southern California urban, natural, and desert environments
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Knowledge of arboricultural best management practices and ANSI A300 standards
• BS in forestry or closely related field or formal training in arboriculture or urban tree management
• Experience using GIS-based field data collection tools, GPS units, and inventory software
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites
• Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment
• Ability to walk long distances on uneven terrain
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varied weather conditions
• Ability to work in urban environments, parks, open spaces, canyons, and desert landscapes
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Ability to traverse steep slopes, loose soils, and undeveloped terrain
• Ability to safely work near roadways and active construction areas
• U.S. work authorization required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in tree inventories and assessments, with a strong understanding of arboricultural best management practices and ANSI A300 standards. Proficient in using GIS-based field data collection tools and ensuring data quality in diverse environmental conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• International Society Of Arboriculture Certified Arborist
• Tree Inventory And Assessment
• GIS-Based Field Data Collection
• Knowledge Of Arboricultural Best Management Practices
• Experience In Urban Forestry Fieldwork

Hard Skills

• Tree Species Identification
• Tree Health Evaluation
• Data Quality Assurance
• Tree Diameter Measurement
• Canopy Spread Measurement
• Tree Height Measurement
• Structural Condition Assessment
• Risk Condition Evaluation
• Ability To Lift 40 Pounds
• Ability To Traverse Uneven Terrain

Soft Skills

• Ability To Work Independently
• Efficient Work Habits

Certifications & Qualifications

• International Society Of Arboriculture Certification

Industry Keywords

• Urban Forestry
• Arboriculture
• ANSI A300 Standards
• Southern California Environments
• Safety Procedures

Tools & Technologies

• ESRI Field Map
• GPS Units
• Inventory Software