Arborist Climber

Bartlett; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health, dental, vision, life, and long

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear,

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Climber in Gaithersburg, MD. Join a safety‑driven tree care crew performing ground, climbing, and aerial lift tasks on residential and commercial properties.

Expect hands‑on work, training, and opportunities for advancement within Bartlett’s research‑driven program. The role requires tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) and a valid driver’s license; pay starts at $24 per hour plus DOE, with benefits including health insurance, 401k, paid time off,

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience in the tree care industry.
• Aerial lift operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift

Driver's license

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.

We offer competitive compensation ($24 hr + based on experience), 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.

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.

Gaithersburg, MD

Production Arborist

10/16/2026

Regular Full-Time