Arborist Climber

Bartlett; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety‑first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development/training

Uniforms, PPE, gear provided

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber in Pleasant Hill, CA. You will be part of a tree care crew, performing ground and aerial duties to support residential and commercial projects.

The role emphasizes safe climbing, use of aerial lifts, tree identification, and pruning/removal work. Entry level considered; CDL preferred. Bartlett offers professional development, benefits, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety and following company safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely execute all arboriculture tasks: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, root collar excavations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work

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 - $37.00 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 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


• Entry level okay

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. Pleasant Hill, CA. Production Arborist. 10/16/2026. Regular Full-Time.