Tree Climber

RTEC Treecare; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

RTEC Treecare in Falls Church, Virginia, is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join our production team. This role requires performing tree pruning and removals, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has tree climbing experience, is detail-oriented, and can communicate effectively in English and Spanish. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• Prior tree climbing experience required; must demonstrate climbing and rigging skills.
• Strong knowledge of climbing, rigging, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work at heights and in physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree pruning and removals using climbing systems (rope & saddle).
• Set up and execute rigging systems for safe and controlled lowering.
• Inspect trees, plan cuts, and execute work safely.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Climbing and rigging skills

Team-oriented communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About Us

RTEC Treecare has been serving Northern Virginia since 1996, providing safe, professional tree care while protecting people, property, and the environment. We're a growing team focused on doing the job right and supporting each other in the field.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Tree Climber to join our production team. This role is responsible for performing tree pruning and removals using climbing and rigging techniques while maintaining a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork.

This is a physically demanding and safety-critical position. The right candidate is confident working at height, understands proper rigging, and takes pride in executing clean, controlled work.

What You'll Do

• Perform tree pruning and removals using climbing systems (rope & saddle)
• Set up and execute rigging systems for safe and controlled lowering
• Work closely with ground crew to complete jobs efficiently
• Inspect trees, plan cuts, and execute work safely
• Maintain awareness of drop zones and job site safety
• Follow company safety standards and industry best practices
• Support crew operations as needed on the ground

What We're Looking For

• Prior tree climbing experience required; must be able to demonstrate climbing and rigging skills
• Strong knowledge of climbing, rigging, and safe work practices
• Ability to work at heights and in physically demanding conditions
• Team-oriented with clear communication skills
• Reliable, safety-focused, and detail-oriented
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred; ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking crews required

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• PTO and paid holidays
• Simple IRA (after eligibility period)
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
• Stable, established company with consistent work

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Certifications such as OSHA 10, CPR/First Aid are a plus