Journeyperson (Arborist/Climber)

RUSSELL TREE EXPERTS LTD; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Paid holidays

Continuing education days

Job summary

Russell Tree Experts Ltd in Westerville, OH is seeking experienced arborists to join our team. You will perform production tree work daily across the Columbus region, with emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Candidates should have 1–2 years in production arboriculture, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to clean job-site cleanup. ISA Certification and CDL Class A are preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in production arboriculture.
• Driver's License and clean driving history required.
• ISA Certified Arborist credential (preferred).
• CDL Class A (preferred).
• Strong safety mindset and ability to work in varying weather conditions.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide arboriculture services daily in the Columbus, Ohio region.
• Perform production tree work including removal and pruning of trees.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of job sites and equipment.
• Collaborate with teammates to complete tasks efficiently in changing weather conditions.

Skills

Driver's License

MRS hitch climbing

SRS experience

Experience removing trees

Experience pruning large trees

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Safety First

Team player

ISA Certified Arborist

CDL Class A

Job description

We are seeking experienced Arborists to join our team based out of our Westerville, Ohio location. This position is responsible for providing arboriculture services daily in the Columbus, Ohio region. Candidates must possess a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a production arboriculture position.

Candidates for this position should be enthusiastic and experienced arborists familiar with the skills needed to safely complete production tree work.

What candidates should possess:

• Driver's License and clean driving history (required)
• MRS hitch climbing or SRS experience (preferred)

• Experience removing trees (both large and small)
• Experience pruning large trees
• Attention to detail in all operations including clean-up of job sites
• Genuine interest in arboriculture
• Excellent communication skills
• Safety First Focus
• Enjoy working as a team in varying weather conditions
• ISA Certified Arborist credential (preferred)
• CDL Class A (preferred)

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment motor vehicle history review, background check and drug screen.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance (we pay 100% of employee-only premiums!)
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• paid holidays
• continuing education days

All employee benefits are offered in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations.

Russell Tree Experts was founded in 2005, is family-owned and based in Westerville, Ohio. We maintain a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace. Russell Tree Experts is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.