Arborist: In-Home Tree Health & Pruning Expert

Moon Valley Nursery Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries seeks an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to conduct in-home consultations, provide expert pruning, and advise homeowners on tree health and long-term care. The role requires climbing and rigging skills, with a focus on customer education and service quality.

The ideal candidate has ISA certification or the ability to obtain it within a year, 5+ years of tree care experience or 3+ years in crew management, and strong communication skills.

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.
• Must obtain and maintain QA license within 60–90 days; company covers cost.

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 and treatments based on conditions.
• Maintain notes in CRM and close on home-service recommendations.

Skills

ISA Certified Arborist

Climbing & Rigging

Customer-facing

Sales knowledge

Education

BS in Agriculture or Horticulture

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Moon Valley Nurseries seeks an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to conduct in-home consultations, provide expert pruning, and advise homeowners on tree health and long-term care. The role requires climbing and rigging skills, with a focus on customer education and service quality.

The ideal candidate has ISA certification or the ability to obtain it within a year, 5+ years of tree care experience or 3+ years in crew management, and strong communication skills.