Tree Climber

WATTS TREE EXPERTS LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Watts Tree Experts is seeking a skilled Tree Climber in Maryland to perform pruning, trimming and removals using industry standards and equipment.

You will work with the ground crew to ensure safe, efficient operations, maintain tools, and help the company grow while adapting to varying weather conditions and client needs.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional tree climbing experience required.
• Proficient in rope and saddle climbing techniques (SRT/DRT).
• Experience with technical rigging and safe tree removals.
• Knowledge in proper pruning standards.
• Strong understanding of industry safety standards.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Skilled in operating chainsaws, chippers, and heavy equipment.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees to perform pruning, trimming, and removals using industry standards techniques
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees

Skills

Tree Climbing

Rope & Saddle Climbing

Rigging

Safety Standards

Communication

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Outdoor work

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Heavy equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

Watts Tree Experts is seeking a skilled and safety driven Tree Climber to support our growing team. This role is responsible for performing pruning, trimming, and removal services using industry standard techniques and equipment. You'll work closely with our ground crew to ensure safe and efficient operations while helping the company continue its growth.

About Us

Watts Tree Experts is a locally owned and operated tree care company built on professionalism, safety, and teamwork. We focus on delivering high-quality work while staying agile, efficient and customer-focused. Our goal is simple: grow as a team and create real opportunities for our employees. We are committed to developing our people, strengthening leadership, and building a company that positively impacts the lives of our team members and their families.

At Watts Tree Experts, you're not just joining a crew you're building a career.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees to preform pruning, trimming, and removals using industry standards techniques
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more

Including but not limited to:

• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional tree climbing experience required
• Proficient in rope and saddle climbing techniques (SRT/DRT)
• Experience with technical rigging and safe tree removals
• Knowledge in proper pruning standards
• Strong understanding of industry safety standards
• Valid drivers license required
• Strong communication skills
• Skilled in operating chainsaws, chippers, and heavy equipment
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions