Arborist -Tree Climber

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care; North Haledon (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care in the tri-state area is seeking a Tree Climber to join our second-generation arboriculture team. The role centers on climbing and supporting the crew leader in general tree work, with a strong emphasis on safety, proper rigging, and efficient site setup.

Responsibilities include ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties; assisting with pruning, cabling, and take-downs; operating chainsaws and related equipment; and participating in safety briefings.

Qualifications

• Degree in Arboriculture or 2+ years industry experience.
• Knowledge of pruning for large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Ability to climb utilizing rope and saddle.
• Knowledge of rigging knots and techniques.
• Valid Driver’s License; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by crew leader.
• Assist in pruning, take-downs, cabling and bracing.
• Safely operate equipment and participate in safety briefings.
• Apply proper climbing techniques and rigging procedures.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and job-site setup.

Skills

Tree climbing

Rigging

Safety focus

Bucket truck operation

Ground duties

Education

Two/four year degree in Arboriculture

Tools

Chainsaws

Rigging equipment

Bucket truck operation

Job description

Almstead Tree and Shrub Care is a second-generation, family-owned arboriculture firm that has been offering environmentally conscious services the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area since 1964. We are a TCIA accredited company that values our employee’s professional aspirations, career development, safety and quality of life.

We are looking for passionate professionals who want to enhance their career in tree care! We offer generous compensation, year-round work, paid time off, health and retirement benefits, inclusive company culture and so much more! If you are ready to enjoy going to work every day, come grow with us!

Basic Function

Tree Climbers serve a pivotal role on tree care crews, with the primary responsibility of climbing and assisting the crew leader in the performance of all general tree work services.

Tree Climber Responsibilities

• Perform all required ground, climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by crew leader.
• Assist in the performance of specialized pruning and take-downs, installing cabling and bracing.
• Safely operate equipment.
• Participate in all job site safety briefings.
• Perform proper climbing techniques and procedures, pruning skills, application of approved knots and rigging techniques.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Perform ground duties such as job site set up, roping and rigging, felling, and job clean up as required.
• Utilize knowledge of compartmentalization and other concepts related to tree wounding/pruning.

• Two/four year degree in Arboriculture or 2+ years industry experience.
• Knowledge of pruning techniques including large shade trees and ornamentals.
• Ability to climb utilizing rope and saddle.
• Knowledge of industry standard rigging techniques and knots
• Knowledge of native and introduced tree and shrub species and characteristics of each species.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain chainsaws and other standard equipment.
• Experience with bucket truck operation.
• Valid Driver’s License, CDL preferred.

We offer a competitive compensation package, $22 - $35 DOE, including medical and dental plans with employer contribution, 401K retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more!

Almstead Tree & Shrub Care Company, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.