Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Newark Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Credential pay increases

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Maplewood, NJ is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a safety‑first tree‑care crew. You will perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties under the direction of the Arborist Crew Leader on residential and commercial properties.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of tree climbing (DdRT/SRT) and aerial lift experience, plus a valid drivers license. The role offers hourly pay with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement within Bartlett Tree Experts.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and outdoors.
• At least 1 year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties under the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely perform all arboriculture tasks including species identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, and root collar excavations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment; adhere to safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Outdoor work

Tree climbing

Aerial lift experience

Driver's license

Safety minded

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

• $28.00 - $34.00 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
• 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.

Location : Name

Maplewood

Location : State/Province

NJ

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/9/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time