People Solutions Center

People Solutions Center; West Chicago (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 ISA Certified Sales Arborist to advise on tree care and grow a book of business in the Chicago area. This is a field-based role focusing on homeowners, property managers, municipalities, and businesses.

You will diagnose health issues, provide ANSI-aligned recommendations, and close new opportunities. The position offers a compensation package with a base-commission mix, a potential monthly draw, and benefits including health and retirement

Qualifications

• ISA Certified Arborist (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• 2+ years of arboriculture experience
• Proven sales or strong client relationship skills
• Excellent tree knowledge: ID, plant health care, pruning, removals, pests, diagnostics
• Ability to prepare estimates and detailed client proposals
• Strong communication and presentation skills

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 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 with production crews to ensure project execution
• Attend networking events to generate new opportunities
• Meet sales targets while delivering excellent customer service

Skills

ISA Certified Arborist

arboriculture experience

sales experience

communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in environmental field

Driver's license (Illinois)

Tools

ANSI standards

Job description

Kramer Tree Specialists is a family-owned business that has been operating throughout the Chicago area for over 45 years. We focus on utilizing safe, sustainable and innovative strategies to maintain and manage our clients’ trees.

We are seeking an experienced ISA Certified Sales Arborist who combines technical arboriculture expertise with a passion for helping clients protect and enhance their landscapes. This isn't just another sales position, it's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor to homeowners, commercial property managers, municipalities, and businesses by providing expert tree care recommendations while growing your own book of business.

If you enjoy being out in the field, solving problems, meeting new people, and closing business while making a real impact on the health of our urban forests, we'd love to meet you.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay: $55,000 - $125,000 annually
Compensation Type: Commission (earnings are uncapped)
Additional Compensation details: 100% commission position with estimated annual earnings of $55,000–$125,000 based on performance. Sales Arborists are eligible for a monthly recoverable draw (negotiable).

We also offer:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Company vehicle and tools needed for success

Sales Arborist 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

Sales Arborists Qualifications:

• ISA Certified Arborist (or ability to obtain certification within 90 days)
• 2+ years of arboriculture experience
• Proven sales experience or strong customer relationship management skills
• Excellent knowledge of tree identification, plant health care, pruning, removals, pest management, and diagnostics
• Ability to prepare estimates and develop detailed client proposals
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable networking and developing new business opportunities
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Valid Illinois Driver's License with a safe driving record
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in an environmental or related field (preferred)

Location: West Chicago, IL 60185