Elite Tree Climber — Production Rigging & Safety

Alpine Tree Service; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

401(k) with company match

On-the-job training

ISA Arborist certification

Job summary

Alpine Tree Service in Morristown, NJ, is seeking an Experienced Tree Climber to perform technical climbing for removals, pruning, and rigging. You will follow ANSI Z133 safety standards and work with crane operators and ground crew to deliver safe, efficient results.

This production role requires planning ahead, strong teamwork, and maintaining gear. We offer training, certifications, and a clear advancement path with competitive pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production-level tree climbing experience.
• Valid and insurable driver's license.
• Experience with rigging and removals.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow and execute work orders via mobile systems.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.
• English proficiency.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Preferred: Crane climbing experience, CDL, ISA Arborist Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performing technical tree climbing for removals, pruning, and rigging
• Executing all work in accordance with ANSI Z133 safety standards
• Working in coordination with crane operators and ground crew
• Setting up and managing rigging systems efficiently
• Maintaining strong situational awareness on active job sites
• Inspecting and maintaining climbing gear and equipment
• Contributing to jobsite efficiency, organization, and cleanup
• Communicating up to office and Sales Arborists on scope changes, site issues, or schedule shifts
• Communicating clearly with crew and leadership

Skills

Tree climbing

Rigging

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Mobile systems

English proficiency

Driver's license

Authorized to work in US

Job description

Alpine Tree Service in Morristown, NJ, is seeking an Experienced Tree Climber to perform technical climbing for removals, pruning, and rigging. You will follow ANSI Z133 safety standards and work with crane operators and ground crew to deliver safe, efficient results.

This production role requires planning ahead, strong teamwork, and maintaining gear. We offer training, certifications, and a clear advancement path with competitive pay and full benefits.