Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Vineyard Haven (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddisb

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement

Commuter ferry fees included

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Martha's Vineyard, MA, is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a professional crew. The role centers on tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders with tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties.

You will perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties, support arboriculture tasks such as pruning, removals, cabling, and root work, and uphold safety-focused practices while advancing through training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and outdoors.
• 1+ year of tree climbing (DdRT/SRT) and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry.
• Valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred).
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, root collar excavations, and operating tools/equipment.
• Learn and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing experience (DdRT/SRT)

Aerial lift operation experience

Outdoor work readiness

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

• $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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
• Includes commuter fees on ferry if needed
• 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

Martha's Vineyard

Location : State/Province

MA

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time