Arborist Climber

Bartlett; Hanover (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Advancement opportunities - we promote

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear,

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Hanover, MA is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a tree care crew.

You will climb trees and assist Arborist Crew Leaders in performing pruning, removals, and related services on residential and commercial properties.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties 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 excavation.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Follow safety rules and company safety policies; demonstrate passion for nature and the outdoors.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Safety culture

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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.

• $21.00 - $29.00 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
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• 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 and E-Verify Employer.

Hanover

MA

Production Arborist

10/13/2026

Regular Full-Time