Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms and PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Frederick, MD is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our tree-care crew. You will assist Arborist Crew Leaders with climbing, pruning, removals, and related duties on residential and commercial properties, while following safety guidelines.

The starting wage is $24–$28 per hour, with opportunities for advancement, training, and benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, and uniforms and equipment provided.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties for assigned jobs.
• Safely conduct pruning, removals, cabling, and bracing as directed.
• Identify trees and conduct risk assessments, maintain tools and equipment.
• Adhere to safety rules and company policies while delivering service.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift

Safety awareness

Ground work

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. Starting wage is between $24-$28 per hour.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• Starting as $23-$28 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.

Frederick

MD

Production Arborist

9/16/2026

Regular Full-Time