Arborist & Tree Health Specialist — In-Home Consults

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

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home consultations, provide expert pruning, and advise homeowners on tree health and long-term care. This role combines hands-on climbing, pruning, and customer education with a focus on safety and quality service.

You will inspect trees, diagnose issues, recommend treatments and Moon Valley products, and close on services during visits. A valid QA license and ISA certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• ISA-certified arborist preferred or able 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.
• Clean driving record and insurable by MVN’s insurers (DOT health screen).
• QA license within 60–90 days of hire; MVN covers costs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home tree consultations for health, structure, and safety.
• Light pruning and shaping via climbing and ground techniques.
• Inspect soil and tree wells for drainage and water penetration; advise watering schedules.
• Identify signs of disease, pests, and nutrient deficiencies; recommend treatments.
• Close on services and Moon Valley products during visits; maintain CRM notes.

Skills

Tree climbing

Customer service

Sales knowledge

Rigging

Education

BS in Agriculture or Horticulture

Job description

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Tree Care Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home consultations, provide expert pruning, and advise homeowners on tree health and long-term care. This role combines hands-on climbing, pruning, and customer education with a focus on safety and quality service.

You will inspect trees, diagnose issues, recommend treatments and Moon Valley products, and close on services during visits. A valid QA license and ISA certification are preferred.