Climbing Arborist - Elevate Tree Health & Safe Pruning

JM Arbor Care; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Performance-based raises

Advancements

ISA certification assistance/reimburse

CDL Training/ Certification

Paid industry training and continuing-

Company-provided PPE

Modern equipment and rigs

Year-round work

Local work

Team events

Employee referral bonuses

Production/performance bonuses

Company apparel/uniforms

Boots and climbing gear allowance

Job summary

JM Arbor Care in Charlotte is seeking a Climbing Arborist to maintain and enhance tree health, safety, and beauty in our community. You will climb at heights, perform precise pruning and removal, and use bucket trucks and rigging to access and lower limbs.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in professional tree care, familiarity with rigging techniques, and a passion for outdoor landscape maintenance. This is a hands-on, in-person role offering growth through training and industry certifications.

Qualifications

• Professional Tree care: 2 years (Required).
• Certification in arboriculture is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Willingness to learn and perform climbing work safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely climb trees using ropes and harnesses to access pruning or removal areas.
• Perform precise trimming, pruning, cabling, bracing, and removal tasks.
• Operate bucket trucks and equipment to reach high branches safely.
• Conduct rigging to lower large limbs or sections during work.
• Assist with landscaping tasks to support site aesthetics.
• Maintain tools and safety gear; follow all safety protocols.

Skills

Climbing arborist techniques

Tree pruning and removal

Rigging operations

Safety protocols

Education

Arboriculture certification (advantageous)

Tools

Bucket trucks

Rigging gear

Chainsaws

Aerial lift equipment

Job description

JM Arbor Care in Charlotte is seeking a Climbing Arborist to maintain and enhance tree health, safety, and beauty in our community. You will climb at heights, perform precise pruning and removal, and use bucket trucks and rigging to access and lower limbs.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in professional tree care, familiarity with rigging techniques, and a passion for outdoor landscape maintenance. This is a hands-on, in-person role offering growth through training and industry certifications.