Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Portola Valley (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Palo Alto, CA is seeking an Arborist Climber to perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties while upholding safety and professional standards.

You will identify trees, assess risks, prune, removals, cabling, and root work, and operate tools, maintaining equipment. Requirements include at least one year of tree climbing experience, a valid driver's license, and ability to work outdoors year-round.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver's license with clean record (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture including tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, and root collar excavations.
• Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Learning and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies.

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.

• $24.00 - $37.00 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
• 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.

Palo Alto, CA

Production Arborist

7/29/2026

Regular Full-Time