Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and DI

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Professional development and training

Access to Bartlett Research Labs in NC

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber in Santa Barbara, CA. Join a safety‑conscious team that values professional development and quality workmanship in tree care.

You will perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties, with a focus on pruning, removals, and cabling. A valid license and one year of climbing experience are preferred; year‑round outdoor work is expected.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift experience.
• Valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Adherence to safety rules and company safety policies.
• passion for nature and the outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments.
• Safely perform pruning, removals, cabling and bracing.
• Tree identification and tree risk assessments.
• Root collar excavations and proper maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Learn and follow all safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Safety awareness

Outdoor stamina

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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 - $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

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.

Santa Barbara, CA

Production Arborist

7/29/2026

Regular Full-Time