Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Company provided uniforms and gear

Job summary

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union is seeking an Arborist Climber based in Springfield, Virginia. This role involves performing various tree care tasks while ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates should have tree climbing experience and a valid driver's license.

Join us to work in a supportive environment that values professional development and a commitment to nature!

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Passionate about nature and the outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties safely.
• Conduct tree identification, pruning, and removals.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment properly.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Aerial lift operation

Working outdoors in all weather

Safety rules compliance

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Overview

If you have tree climbing experience and want to build your skills 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

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

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
  • 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.