Arborist

Tharp Consulting; Wauconda (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a Climbing Arborist (Commercial Tree Care) to perform high-elevation tree work for commercial properties and public spaces. You will climb, work aloft, and use rope-and-saddle techniques and aerial lifts to prune, thin, and remove trees while conducting rigging and jobsite safety checks.

Responsibilities include operating chainsaws and chippers, following ANSI standards, and maintaining a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely at heights using rope-and-saddle systems.
• Comfort with rigging, chainsaw, and chipper operations.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to industry standards.
• Professional attitude, respect for team culture, and willingness to grow.

Responsibilities

• Climb and perform aloft operations using modern arborist access methods and aerial lifts.
• Use technical rigging for safe tree removal and pruning.
• Operate chainsaws and chippers to support daily production.
• Follow strict ANSI and company safety standards.

Skills

Aloft operations

Rigging

Chainsaw & chipper operation

Safety mindset

Job description

Climbing Arborist (Commercial Tree Care)

Field-based role performing tree care work at height for commercial properties, HOAs, resorts, and public spaces. You will climb and work aloft using rope-and-saddle techniques and aerial lifts to prune, thin, and remove trees, while completing technically sound rigging and jobsite safety checks.

Key Duties

• Climb and perform aloft operations using modern arborist access methods and aerial lifts
• Use technical rigging for safe tree removal and pruning
• Operate chainsaws and chippers to support daily production
• Follow strict ANSI and company safety standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to work safely at heights using rope-and-saddle systems
• Comfort with rigging, chainsaw, and chipper operations
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to industry standards
• Professional attitude, respect for team culture, and willingness to grow