Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and professional growth! As an Arborist Climber, you'll work outdoors, climbing trees and assisting in tree care services for both residential and commercial properties. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with nature while ensuring the health and safety of trees. You'll be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes safety and excellence, with opportunities for advancement and professional development. If you have a passion for the outdoors and are ready to grow your career in arboriculture, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Company Provided Uniforms

Boot Reimbursement

Access to Training Programs

Qualifications

• 1+ year of tree climbing and aerial lift operation experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Climbing trees and performing aerial lift duties under supervision.
• Conducting tree risk assessments and performing pruning and removals.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Tree Identification

Risk Assessment

Pruning

Cabling and Bracing

Root Collar Excavations

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Hand Tools

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:

• 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

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: Phoenix State/Province: AZ Category: Production Arborist Latest Post Date: 1/7/2025 Type: Regular Full-Time