Commercial Arborist

Savatreecareers; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Time off

Job summary

SavATree is seeking a Commercial Sales Arborist to guide property owners in maintaining healthy landscapes while expanding a designated territory.

You will diagnose landscapes, prepare estimates, and coordinate with crews to meet SavATree’s quality and safety standards, building lasting client relationships along the way.

Qualifications

• Passionate about outdoors and environment.
• Skilled at building relationships and solving customer challenges.
• Motivated to learn and adapt in a fast-growing company.
• Integrity, attention to detail, and delivering on promises.
• Degree in Arboriculture or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow your assigned territory through relationships.
• Inspect and diagnose landscapes and provide recommendations.
• Prepare estimates and coordinate with crews to ensure quality and safety.
• Ensure client satisfaction and obtain referrals.
• Represent SavATree at community and industry events and trade shows.

Skills

Relationship building

Landscape diagnosis

Estimating

Field work

Education

Arboriculture / related degree

Job description

What We Offer

• Compensation: Minimum guarantee plus unlimited commission potential, with most Sales Arborists earning more than $130,000 annually. Total compensation typically ranges from $50,000 to $250,000+ based on territory performance.
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match.
• Time Off: Time-off to support your work/life balance
• Training & Development: Comprehensive sales, leadership, and technical training. Financial support for becoming an ISA Certified Arborist.
• Recognition & Rewards: Annual Winner’s Circle all-expense-paid trip for top performers, employee referral bonus programs, and career growth opportunities.
• Tools for Success: Company vehicle program and the chance to work with some of the most advanced, safety-focused crews in the industry.

Position Summary

As a Commercial Sales Arborist at SavATree, you will be the trusted advisor to property owners, ensuring the health, beauty, and longevity of their landscapes while developing and growing your assigned territory. You will apply your expertise to diagnose landscape needs, create solutions, and estimate projects while building strong relationships with clients and prospects.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and grow your assigned territory through relationship building and prospecting.
• Inspect and diagnose landscapes, and provide expert recommendations.
• Prepare estimates and coordinate with crews to ensure work meets SavATree’s quality and safety standards.
• Ensure client satisfaction and obtain referrals.
• Represent SavATree at community and industry events, trade shows, and presentations.

About You

You are:

• Passionate about working outdoors and making a positive impact on the environment.
• Skilled at building relationships and solving customer challenges.
• Motivated to learn, grow, and adapt in a fast-paced, high-growth company.
• Known for integrity, attention to detail, and delivering on promises.
• Excited to collaborate, problem-solve, and work hands-on in the field.
• Ideally holding a degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant or Environmental Sciences, or Landscape Management — but equivalent experience is also valued.

About SavATree

SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve trees threatened by the gypsy moth epidemic. Since then, we’ve grown into a nationwide leader in tree, shrub, and lawn care services. Unlike companies that focus on removal, our work is rooted in preservation and care.

We are a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a relentless commitment to making a positive impact. When you join us, you’ll find a collaborative, competitive, and caring environment where your contributions matter. As we like to say: When you work here, you thrive here.

Physical Demands

These physical demands must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the role, employees are subject to frequently lifting and/or moving up to fifty (50) pounds.

Equal Opportunity

SavATree is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and respected.