Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Credential pay increases

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our tree care crew, focusing on climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders on residential and commercial properties. You will perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties, prune and remove trees, cabling and bracing, and root collar work, while following safety policies and using proper tools and equipment.

We offer a safety-first culture, advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and access to

Qualifications

• One year of tree climbing experience preferred.
• Proven ability to work safely in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of assignments by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, root collar work, and equipment maintenance.
• Learn and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.
• Maintain a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Have at least 1 year of tree climbing (DdRT/SRT) and aerial lift experience in tree care.
• Hold a valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Skills

DdRT/SRT experience

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Hand Tools

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

• 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.

Charlotte

NC

Production Arborist

10/30/2026

Regular Full-Time