Arborist Estimator: Tree Care Bids & Site Surveys

Bay Pro; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Company vehicle

Ongoing training and certification

Job summary

Bay Pro in San Jose, CA is seeking a Landscape Arborist - Estimator to assess new tree care projects, estimate time and cost, and prepare bids for clients. The role combines field site visits with accurate pricing for trimming, removal, pruning, or treatment tasks.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of hands-on tree experience, be proficient with Arbor Note or similar software, and hold ISA Certified Arborist credentials. A safety‑minded, detail‑oriented communicator is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience in tree trimming, pruning, or removal.
• Prior experience estimating or bidding for landscape or tree care jobs is preferred.
• Knowledge of Arbor Note and similar tree estimating software

Responsibilities

• Visit client sites to assess tree work requirements, including tree trimming, removal, pruning.
• Estimate the time, labor, and materials needed for each project, considering tree species, size, and complexity of the work.
• Prepare competitive bids and pricing proposals for new tree work jobs, ensuring accuracy and profitability.
• Communicate project details and cost estimates to clients in a clear, professional manner.
• Collaborate with the tree care crew and project managers to ensure estimates align with available resources and team capabilities.

Skills

Tree species knowledge

Time/resource estimation

Client communication

Attention to detail

Field experience

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

Tools

Arbor Note

Job description

Bay Pro in San Jose, CA is seeking a Landscape Arborist - Estimator to assess new tree care projects, estimate time and cost, and prepare bids for clients. The role combines field site visits with accurate pricing for trimming, removal, pruning, or treatment tasks.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of hands-on tree experience, be proficient with Arbor Note or similar software, and hold ISA Certified Arborist credentials. A safety‑minded, detail‑oriented communicator is essential.