Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Santa Barbara is seeking an Arborist Climber to join our professional outdoor team. The role centers on tree climbing and supporting Arborist Crew Leaders in residential and commercial property care.

Responsibilities include ground and aerial lift work, pruning, removals, risk assessments, tool maintenance, and strict adherence to safety policies. Requires at least 1 year climbing experience and a valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of tree climbing experience (DdRT or SRT) in tree care
• Ability to operate aerial lifts safely and efficiently
• Valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred)
• Comfort working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of assigned tasks
• Safely perform all arboriculture activities including pruning, removals, cabling, bracing, and root collar excavations
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts)
• Uphold safety rules and company safety policies
• Demonstrate passion for nature and outdoor work
• Learn and adhere to safety protocols and continue professional development

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Tools

Hand 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.

• $24.00 - $28.00 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

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.

Santa Barbara

CA

Production Arborist

9/14/2026

Regular Full-Time