Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; White Stone (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Arborist Climber to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work outdoors, engaging with nature while performing essential tree care services. You will climb and assist in various arboricultural tasks, ensuring safety and excellence in service delivery. The company promotes a culture of safety and professional development, providing comprehensive benefits and advancement opportunities. If you have a love for the environment and are eager to grow your skills in a supportive setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company provided uniforms

Boot reimbursement

Access to training programs

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.

Skills

Tree climbing

Tree identification

Pruning

Aerial lift operation

Tool maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Join to apply for the Arborist Climber role at Bartlett Tree Experts

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

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
• Having a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• 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 and clean motor vehicle record (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: Northern Neck, VA

Position: Production Arborist

Application deadline: 4/28/2025

Employment type: Regular Full-Time

Senior level

• Entry level

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bartlett Tree Experts by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Arborist” roles.