Arborist Climber

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADD

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Advancement opportunities

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber in Olympia, WA. This role involves performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of assigned jobs while upholding safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications include at least one year of tree climbing and aerial lift experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors year-round. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• At least one 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Tree climbing

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand 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.

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

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

10/20/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time