Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join a professional outdoor crew in Annapolis, MD. This entry-level role provides hands-on training in tree care, pruning, rigging, and removal under experienced supervision.

You will gain practical field experience and safety-focused skills while supporting ground teams and crews in a professional environment with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor arboriculture work and safety.
• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.
• Degree or coursework in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, or related fields preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree climbing, pruning, rigging, and removal tasks safely.
• Operate equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and hand tools.
• Follow safety rules and company policies at all times.
• Assist with ground duties and support Arborist Climbers as needed.

Skills

Outdoor work enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

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 Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands‑on, on-the-job training.

Benefits

We offer:

• $18.00 - $30.00 per hour

• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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
• Employee referral bonus program
• 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 Trainee, you will play an important role in:

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Tree climbing
  • Pruning
  • Rigging
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Removal of hazardous trees
  • Tree identification
  • Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
  • Implementing work zone safety procedures
  • Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft
  • Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Location : Name

Annapolis

Location : State/Province

MD

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time