Arborist Expert: On-Site Tree Health & Pruning

Moon Valley Nursery Inc; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries seeks an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home tree consultations, provide expert pruning, and offer professional recommendations for long-term tree health.

Ideal candidates have hands-on climbing and pruning skills, plus customer education focus. The role requires independent work, strong communication, and ability to close on product solutions during visits.

Qualifications

• ISA certified arborist preferred or the ability to obtain within a year.
• 5+ years of professional tree care experience or 3+ years of crew management.
• Proficient in safe climbing techniques and tree rigging practices.
• Strong communication and customer-facing experience; sales knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of Southwest tree species, desert climates, and regional plant health issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tree inspections for health, structure, and safety.
• Light pruning and shaping through climbing and on-the-ground techniques.
• Inspect soil and tree wells for drainage and water penetration.
• Recommend watering schedules based on seasonal changes and tree needs.
• Evaluate signs of disease, pests, and nutritional deficiencies.
• Apply or recommend fertilization and treatment solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor during on-site home consultations.
• Close on services and product recommendations during visits.

Skills

ISA certification

Experience 5+ yrs

Climbing & rigging

Customer-facing

Regional tree knowledge

Education

BS in Agriculture or Horticulture

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Moon Valley Nurseries seeks an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home tree consultations, provide expert pruning, and offer professional recommendations for long-term tree health.

Ideal candidates have hands-on climbing and pruning skills, plus customer education focus. The role requires independent work, strong communication, and ability to close on product solutions during visits.