Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, +)

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company uniforms and PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in San Jose, CA is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our tree-care crew, performing tree climbing and assisting Crew Leaders on residential and commercial properties. Responsibilities include ground and aerial lift duties, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, tree identification, risk assessments, and strict safety compliance while maintaining equipment.

Must have at least 1 year of climbing experience and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation in tree care.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely carry out arboriculture tasks including pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, and root collar work.
• Identify trees, assess risks, and maintain tools and equipment while following safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Tree care

Safety compliance

Ground work

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Hand tools

Aerial lifts

Job description

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• Hourly Rate Range of $24 - $37 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

As an Arborist Climber, you will play an important role in

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including
  • Tree identification
  • Tree risk assessments
  • Pruning
  • Removals
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Root collar excavations
  • Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

San Jose

CA

Production Arborist

9/15/2026

Regular Full-Time