Field Sales Arborist — Build Relationships, Protect Trees

People Solutions Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Company vehicle and tools

Job summary

Kramer Tree Specialists is seeking an experienced Sales Arborist to provide expert tree care recommendations and grow a personal book of business in the Chicago area. This field-based role blends arboriculture knowledge with consultative selling to homeowners, property managers, municipalities, and businesses.

In addition to on-site inspections and proposals, you will network at events to generate opportunities and work closely with production teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• ISA Certified Arborist certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Minimum 2 years in arboriculture.
• Proven sales or strong customer relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of tree identification, plant health care, pruning, removals, pests, and diagnostics.
• Ability to prepare estimates and develop detailed client proposals.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Able to network and develop new business opportunities.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License with a safe driving record.
• Associate/Bachelor degree in environmental or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with residential, commercial, and municipal clients
• Conduct on-site property inspections and evaluate tree health and safety
• Diagnose tree and shrub health issues, pests, and diseases
• Develop professional arboricultural recommendations following ANSI standards
• Prepare accurate proposals and cost estimates for tree care services
• Present recommendations and educate clients on proper tree care
• Partner closely with production crews to ensure successful project execution
• Attend networking events and business development functions to generate new opportunities
• Consistently achieve sales goals while delivering exceptional customer service

Skills

ISA Certified Arborist

2+ years arboriculture experience

Sales experience / CRM

Tree health care knowledge

Estimate preparation / client Propos

Communication & presentation

Networking & business development

Project management

Illinois Driver's License

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in environmental or related field

Job description

Kramer Tree Specialists is seeking an experienced Sales Arborist to provide expert tree care recommendations and grow a personal book of business in the Chicago area. This field-based role blends arboriculture knowledge with consultative selling to homeowners, property managers, municipalities, and businesses.

In addition to on-site inspections and proposals, you will network at events to generate opportunities and work closely with production teams to ensure project success.