Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Training Programs

Uniforms & PPE

Boot Reimbursement

Professional Development

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our professional crew. You will primarily climb trees and assist Arborist Crew Leaders in delivering tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties.

You will perform ground and aerial lift duties, practice safety, and develop skills through company training. A valid driver's license and at least one year of climbing experience are required; CDL Class B preferred.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience.
• Ability to operate aerial lifts safely.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors year-round.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely execute all arboriculture tasks including pruning, removals, and cabling/bracing.
• Maintain tools and equipment and follow all safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Ground duties

Safety awareness

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.

• $24.00-$27.00 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.

Chattanooga

TN

Production Arborist

7/29/2026

Regular Full-Time