Arborist Climber

Bartlett; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credentials/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training and education programs

Job summary

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

You will perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties, learn safety rules, and contribute to a safety-first culture while advancing in a company that promotes from within and offers extensive training.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation in tree care.
• Physically able to work outdoors year-round in all weather.
• Valid driver’s license; Class B CDL preferred.
• Commitment to safety rules and Bartlett safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Crew Leader.
• Safely execute pruning, removals, cabling, bracing, and root collar excavations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment with care; follow safety protocols.
• Support Arborist Crew Leaders in delivering high-quality tree and shrub care.

Skills

Tree climbing

Aerial lift operation

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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.
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
• 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.
Williamsburg
VA
Production Arborist
9/25/2026
Regular Full-Time