Arborist Climber

Bartlett; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and­dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Chattanooga is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our tree care crew. The role focuses on tree climbing and assisting crew leaders with residential and commercial projects in a professional outdoor setting.

Responsibilities include ground and aerial lift work, pruning, removals, cabling, and equipment maintenance, with an emphasis on safety and ongoing training. CDL-B preferred, outdoor work year-round, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience in the tree care industry.
• Aerial lift operation experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required (Class B CDL preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform ground and tree climbing tasks in support of job assignments.
• Safely conduct all arboriculture activities including pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, and root collar work.
• Maintain and operate tools such as hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Adhere to safety policies and participate in training and professional development.

Skills

Tree climbing

DdRT/SRT training

Aerial lift operation

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.

• $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

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 assessmentsPruning
• 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

10/13/2026

Regular Full-Time