Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms & PPE

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Owings Mills, MD is hiring an Arborist Climber to join a professional tree care crew. The role focuses on tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders with residential and commercial jobs, in a safety-first environment.

The position requires at least one year of climbing experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors year-round. Bartlett emphasizes advancement, benefits, and ongoing training at their Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience.
• 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 in support of assignments.
• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture including pruning, removals, cabling and bracing.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment safely; follow safety rules and policies.
• Demonstrate passion for nature and the outdoors.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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.

• $22.00 - $24.00 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
• 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.

Owings

MD

Production Arborist

9/15/2026

Regular Full-Time