Arborist Climber: Outdoor Tree Care Pro & Growth

Bartlett Tree Experts; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a professional tree care crew in Springfield, VA. The role emphasizes tree climbing, ground duties, and assisting Crew Leaders with pruning, removals, and cabling.

The position requires up-to-date safety practices, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of climbing and aerial lift experience. Training and advancement opportunities are offered within a culture that values safety and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• At least one year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift 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 in support of job assignments under the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, root collar excavations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Learn and adhere to all safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Ground duties

Aerial lift

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber to join a professional tree care crew in Springfield, VA. The role emphasizes tree climbing, ground duties, and assisting Crew Leaders with pruning, removals, and cabling.

The position requires up-to-date safety practices, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of climbing and aerial lift experience. Training and advancement opportunities are offered within a culture that values safety and ongoing learning.