Arborist — In-Home Tree Care & Consultations (Travel Up to 50%)

Moon Valley Nurseries Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home tree consultations, provide expert pruning, and offer professional recommendations to homeowners on health and long‑term tree care. Ideal candidates bring hands-on climbing, pruning, and removal skills with a passion for customer education.

Responsibilities include inspecting trees for health and safety, pruning, soil evaluation, and advising watering schedules.

Qualifications

• ISA certified arborist preferred or 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.
• Strong communication and customer-facing experience; sales knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of Southwest tree species, desert climates, and regional plant health issues.
• Ability to work independently, manage schedules, and provide follow-up care.
• Clean driving record and insurable by MVN’s insurers (DOT health screen required).
• Must pass criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws.
• Ability to recognize bugs, fungi or pathogens in trees.
• Ability to network and communicate to research more in depth issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tree inspections for health, structure, and safety.
• Light pruning and shaping of trees 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.
• Remove or adjust tree staking; inspect trunk caliper and strength.
• Assess and maintain tree canopies for growth and structure.
• Wrap/paint trunks to protect from sunscald or pests.
• Serve as trusted advisor during on-site home consultations.
• Recommend Moon Valley products and services aligned with customer needs.
• Maintain and update notes in CRM systems.
• Communicate clearly in person and by phone, high-level customer service.
• Close on services and product recommendations during visits.

Skills

Customer-facing communication

Sales knowledge

Climbing safety

Tree care experience

Education

BS in Agriculture or Horticulture

Job description

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home tree consultations, provide expert pruning, and offer professional recommendations to homeowners on health and long‑term tree care. Ideal candidates bring hands-on climbing, pruning, and removal skills with a passion for customer education.

Responsibilities include inspecting trees for health and safety, pruning, soil evaluation, and advising watering schedules.