Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Uniforms, PPE, gear and equipment

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Portland, ME is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a safety-first, professional tree care team. You will perform ground, climbing and aerial lift duties under supervision while delivering high-quality pruning, removals, cabling, and inspections.

We value outdoor work, training and advancement. Valid driver's license (Class B preferred) and 1+ year climbing experience with DdRT/SRT are required, along with willingness to work in all weather and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Experience climbing trees (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operations.
• Valid driver's license; Class B CDL preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Passion for nature and outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties under supervision.
• Safely perform arboriculture tasks including pruning, removals, cabling/bracing, and root work.
• Identify trees, assess risk, and maintain equipment.
• Uphold safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Driver's license

Outdoor work year-round

Passion for nature

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.

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.

Benefits

• Starting Pay: $22.00 to $26.00 based on experience and credentials

• 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

Portland

Location : State/Province

ME

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/15/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time