Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Waldwick (NJ); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Waldwick, NJ is seeking an Arborist Climber to join their tree care crew. In this role, you will perform various arboricultural tasks including tree climbing, risk assessments, and pruning while adhering to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of climbing experience and a passion for nature. Enjoy a safe workspace, competitive hourly pay, and ample professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing experience in the tree care industry.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties.
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning and removals.
• Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Tree identification

Tree risk assessments

Cabling and bracing

Education

Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

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.

Benefits

• $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

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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.

Waldwick, NJ

Regular Full-Time