Professional Tree Climber - Arborist

Prestige Tree Experts; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 157,046,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Tree Experts in Jessup, MD seeks an experienced Tree Climber/Arborist. This is not an entry-level climbing position; candidates must demonstrate prior professional climbing experience and perform work safely and efficiently in removals and pruning.

Climbers work daily in residential, commercial, and government environments with emphasis on precision, safety, and professionalism. Opportunities exist to advance rigging skills and project scope.

Qualifications

• Prior professional tree climbing experience.
• Comfort with Single Rope Technique (SRT).
• Comfort with Double Rope Technique (DRT / MRS).
• Rigging systems and rope management.
• Precision limb removal near structures and obstacles.
• Chainsaw operation while climbing.
• Independently climb and complete tree work safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Safely climb trees using modern climbing systems.
• Perform tree removals, pruning, and structural trimming.
• Execute rigging operations to safely lower limbs and wood.
• Work with ground crews to safely manage debris and drop zones.
• Avoid damage to surrounding property such as homes and landscaping.
• Maintain professional tree care standards and safety practices.
• Operate chainsaws safely while aloft.
• Assist with planning rigging strategies and removal techniques.

Skills

SRT

DRT / MRS

Rigging

Chainsaw operation

Limb removal near structures

Independent climber

Safety practices

Education

ISA Arborist Certification

Tools

Bucket truck

Spider lift

Job description

Professional Tree Climber / Arborist

Company: Prestige Tree Experts
Location: Jessup, MD
Pay: $45 – $55 per hour (based on experience)

About Prestige Tree Experts

Prestige Tree Experts is a leading tree care company based in Jessup, Maryland, known for high-quality arboricultural work, professional crews, and specialized government and commercial projects. Our team takes pride in doing the job right, working safely, and delivering exceptional service to our clients. We operate modern equipment, maintain a strong safety culture, and are committed to developing skilled professionals within the tree care industry.

Position Overview

Prestige Tree Experts is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join our professional tree care team.

This is not an entry-level climbing position. We are looking for someone who already has experience climbing and performing tree work safely and efficiently in both removal and pruning operations.

Our climbers perform technical work daily in residential, commercial, and government environments where precision, safety, and professionalism are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely climb trees using modern climbing systems
• Perform tree removals, pruning, and structural trimming
• Execute rigging operations to safely lower limbs and wood
• Work with ground crews to safely manage debris and drop zones
• Avoid damage to surrounding property such as homes, fences, vehicles, sheds, and landscaping
• Maintain professional tree care standards and safety practices
• Operate chainsaws safely while aloft
• Assist with planning rigging strategies and removal techniques

Required Experience

Candidates must have prior professional tree climbing experience.

You should be comfortable with:

• Single Rope Technique (SRT)
• Double Rope Technique (DRT / MRS)
• Rigging systems and rope management
• Precision limb removal near structures and obstacles
• Chainsaw operation while climbing

This position requires someone who can independently climb and complete tree work safely and efficiently.

Preferred Skills

• Bucket truck experience
• Spider lift experience
• Advanced rigging knowledge
• ISA Arborist Certification (or working toward it)
• Experience with crane removals
• Leadership ability to guide ground crew during removals

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb trees daily
• Ability to work at heights safely
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and wood
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions