Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life and long

401k retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Licensing/credential pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear & equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training & continued education

Access to Bartlett Research Labs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Guilford, CT, seeks an Arborist Climber to join a tree care crew, focusing on tree climbing and assisting crew leaders on residential and commercial properties.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on arboriculture tasks, equipment operation, and professional development with access to Bartlett Research Laboratories resources.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tree climbing

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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, 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.

Guilford

CT

Production Arborist

10/29/2026

Regular Full-Time