Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Waltham, MA, is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a professional tree-care crew. The role centers on climbing trees and supporting Arborist Crew Leaders in providing residential and commercial services.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of climbing and aerial lift experience, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to safe outdoor work across seasons. Bartlett emphasizes safety, training, and internal advancement.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of tree climbing (DdRT or 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 execute arboricultural tasks including pruning, removals, cabling, bracing, and root collar excavations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment and follow all safety rules.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Learning mindset

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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

• $21.00 - $29.00 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

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

Waltham

Location : State/Province

MA

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time