Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Insurance package

401k plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms & PPE

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our safety‑driven outdoor team. You will perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties under the Crew Leader and contribute to high‑quality tree care.

We offer a safety‑first culture, advancement from within, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, paid time off, boot reimbursement, and ongoing training at Bartlett Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• At least one 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.
• Adherence to safety rules and company safety policies.
• Experience with tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing.
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies.
• Maintaining a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Valid driver's license

Outdoor work enthusiasm

Tools

None

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.

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.

Charlottesville, VA

Production Arborist

7/29/2026

Regular Full-Time