Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts

Creve Coeur (MO)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Full benefits (medical, dental, vision

401k retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms & PPE provided

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and research resources

Job summary

Qualifications include tree climbing and aerial lift experience, a valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred), and the ability to work in all weather conditions; CDL preferred but not required. Bartlett emphasizes safety, advancement, and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

Tree climbing and aerial lift experience required.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Valid driver’s license; Class B CDL preferred.
Experience with pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, and removals.

Responsibilities

Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of assignments.
Safely perform arboriculture tasks including pruning, cabling/bracing, rigging, removals.
Maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
Learn and follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Aerial lift operation

Valid driver’s license

Outdoor work year-round

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Hand tools

Aerial lifts

Job description

Arborist Climber

Location: US-MO-Creve Coeur

Type: Regular Full-Time

ID: 2026-33988

Category: Production Arborist

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

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.

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 and Local Manager
Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including:
- Pruning
- Cabling and bracing
- Rigging
- Removals
- Properly maintaining and operating 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 and clean motor vehicle record (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 Employer.

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