Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tree care is seeking an Arborist Climber in Chicago. The role involves tree climbing and various tree care responsibilities while ensuring safety. Candidates should have a passion for outdoor work and at least one year's experience in tree climbing and aerial lift operations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Advancement opportunities

Company provided uniforms and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing and aerial lift operation experience in tree care.
• Passion for nature and outdoor work.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed.
• Maintaining and operating tools and equipment safely.
• Understanding and adhering to safety policies.

Skills

Tree identification

Risk assessments

Pruning

Removals

Cabling and bracing

Education

Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)

Job description

Overview

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.

Benefits

• $19.00 - $30.00 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 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.

Location : Name

Chicago

Location : State/Province

IL

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

5/28/2025

Type

Regular Full-Time