Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Safety culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Training programs

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Education resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Pittsburgh East, PA is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a safety‑driven, professional tree care team. You will perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties under the supervision of Arborist Crew Leaders.

The role emphasizes tree identification, pruning, removals, cabling, bracing, and root collar excavations, plus operating hand tools, chainsaws, and lifts. Candidates should have at least one year climbing experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability

Qualifications

• 1+ year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license with clean MV record (Class B CDL preferred).
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing and aerial lift duties as directed.
• Safely perform all arboriculture tasks: tree ID, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, root collar excavations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Learn and follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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, as well as:

• $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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
• 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.

Location : Name

Pittsburgh East

Location : State/Province

PA