Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Climber in Simsbury, CT. In this role, you will be part of a team performing tree climbing and care services for residential and commercial properties.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in tree climbing, a strong safety focus, and a passion for the outdoors. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including medical insurance and 401k retirement plans.

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of tree climbing and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Climbing and performing ground duties for tree care tasks.
• Safely performing all arboriculture aspects as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Maintaining and operating tools and equipment properly.

Skills

Tree identification

Tree risk assessments

Pruning

Removals

Cabling and bracing

Root collar excavations

Climbing techniques (DdRT or SRT)

Education

Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)

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.

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.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• 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.

Simsbury
CT
Production Arborist
6/11/2026
Regular Full-Time