Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Olympia (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Advancement opportunities

Uniforms provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Olympia, WA is seeking an Arborist Climber to support outdoor tree care operations and safety-focused work. The role involves climbing, ground work, and aerial lifts to complete assigned arboriculture tasks with attention to high safety standards.

The position offers full-time, on-site work with advancement opportunities and access to Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories resources. A background in tree care and valid licensing enhances candidacy.

Qualifications

• A passion for nature and outdoors.
• At least 1 year of tree climbing and aerial lift experience in tree care.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, root collar excavations, and tool maintenance.
• Learn and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

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.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• $21.00 - $23.00 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.

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

Olympia

Location : State/Province

WA

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time