Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddis&

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tooling and PPE provided

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a professional tree care crew. You will perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments under the Arborist Crew Leader.

The role requires at least one year of tree climbing and aerial lift experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. Bartlett offers competitive pay, safety-focused culture, benefits, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in tree care.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments under the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, root collar work, and equipment maintenance.
• Learn and follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Natural environment passion

Driver's license

Outdoor work year-round

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

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.

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

Gaithersburg

Location : State/Province

MD

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/15/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time