Tree Care Division - Climber

Air Comfort, Inc; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Comfort, Inc is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join our Tree Care Division located in Silver Spring, Maryland. The ideal candidate must possess strong climbing and rigging skills, along with a solid understanding of safety practices in tree removal. This role requires technical skill, accountability, and the ability to work effectively within a professional team.

Successful candidates will have 2–3 years of climbing experience and a valid U.S. Driver's License. Join us where every individual is valued and has the opportunity to thrive in a respectful work environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of climbing experience under a Licensed Tree Expert or ISA Certified Arborist.
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather for 8+ hours/day.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform climbing and rigging operations for tree removal and pruning tasks.
• Safely operate aerial lifts and other equipment as needed.
• Conduct daily inspections of climbing gear and tools.

Skills

Climbing experience

Rigging techniques

Aerial lifts operation

Tree biology knowledge

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Tools

Chainsaw maintenance

Job description

Job Summary:
Empire Landscape is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join our Tree Care Division. The ideal candidate will have strong climbing and rigging skills, a solid understanding of safe tree removal practices, and the ability to work as part of a professional, safety‑focused team. This is a hands‑on, physically demanding role requiring technical skill and accountability.

Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of climbing experience under the supervision of a Licensed Tree Expert and/or ISA Certified Arborist
• Proficient in rigging and safe climbing techniques for tree removal
• Experience operating in aerial lifts/bucket trucks
• Recent EHAP training preferred
• Strong understanding of tree biology, pruning, and removal techniques
• Ability to recognize hand signals when verbal communication is not possible
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather conditions for 8+ hours/day and lift/carry 50 lbs+
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and accountable
• Basic understanding of chainsaw and equipment maintenance
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities:

• Perform climbing and rigging operations for tree removal and pruning tasks
• Safely operate aerial lifts and other equipment as needed for tree work
• Work in a variety of environments including urban areas, land clearing sites, roadsides, and utility corridors
• Conduct daily inspections of climbing gear, rigging equipment, and tools to ensure safety
• Collaborate with crew members to complete tasks efficiently and safely
• Represent the company professionally while working on commercial, municipal, and residential sites

Empire Landscape is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to thrive, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.