Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education programs

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Zeeland, Michigan, is seeking an Arborist Climber. The role involves tree climbing, assisting in tree care services, and following safety protocols. Candidates should have at least one year of tree climbing and aerial lift experience, along with a valid driver's license. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical benefits, and professional development opportunities, fostering a safety-first workplace culture.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing and aerial lift operation experience.
• 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.
• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture including pruning and removals.
• Learn and adhere to company safety policies.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Tree identification

Tree risk assessments

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

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.

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 industryl
• 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.