Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; 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

Access to Bartlett Research Labs in NC

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts seeks an Arborist Climber to join our tree care crew. Primary duties include tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders on residential and commercial properties, with a strong emphasis on safety and professional conduct.

Candidates should have at least one year of climbing experience (DdRT/SRT), a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors year-round. We offer competitive pay, good benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Willingness to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of job assignments.
• Safely perform all arboriculture tasks including tree ID, pruning, removals, cabling, and bracing.
• Properly maintain and operate tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Learn and adhere to safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

DdRT/SRT experience

Valid driver's license

Clean MVR

Outdoor work year-round

Safety-conscious

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

• $22.00 - $25.00 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.

Pittsburgh East

PA

Production Arborist

9/15/2026

Regular Full-Time