Arborist Climber — Outdoor Work, Growth & Benefits

Default Brand; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Plan

Work-life balance time off

Job summary

SavATree in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Tree Climber to join our General Tree Care Team. You will climb and prune large shade trees and ornamentals, perform removals and cable bracing, and operate chainsaws and bucket trucks as part of a safety‑minded crew.

This outdoor role offers varied daily tasks, collaboration with skilled professionals, and opportunities to advance in arboriculture. A Class C driver's license is required within 90 days, CDL a plus, and a commitment to safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with pruning for large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Identify native and introduced tree/shrub species and their characteristics.
• Climb without spurs.
• Knowledge of tree care safety standards.
• Hands-on experience with chainsaws and related equipment.
• Experience operating aerial lifts (bucket trucks).
• A valid U.S. driver’s license class C (CDL a plus).
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Climbing and pruning large shade trees and ornamentals using proper practices.
• Performing removals, cable bracing, and other tree care techniques.
• Safely operating chainsaws, equipment, and aerial lifts (bucket trucks).
• Working as part of a team to deliver high-quality service to clients.
• Applying industry safety standards in all aspects of tree care.

Skills

Tree climbing

Pruning large trees

Safety standards

Chainsaw operation

Aerial lift operation

Team collaboration

Driver's license (Class C)

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Bucket trucks

Job description

SavATree in Northbrook, IL is seeking a Tree Climber to join our General Tree Care Team. You will climb and prune large shade trees and ornamentals, perform removals and cable bracing, and operate chainsaws and bucket trucks as part of a safety‑minded crew.

This outdoor role offers varied daily tasks, collaboration with skilled professionals, and opportunities to advance in arboriculture. A Class C driver's license is required within 90 days, CDL a plus, and a commitment to safety is essential.