Tree Climber

Joshua Tree Experts; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation

Holidays

PTO Days

Job summary

Joshua Tree Experts in Salt Lake City is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join a safety‑focused, professional tree care crew. You will assist in tree removal, pruning, and preservation while upholding company safety standards.

You will work with a 2–4 person crew, maintain equipment, communicate with clients near the job site, and support a positive work/life balance with year‑round, full‑time employment and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication within crew and with clients.
• Commitment to safety and following ANSI standards for Tree Care Operations.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional image on site.
• Must be available to work at least 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with crew leader and coworkers effectively.
• Maintain professional image.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Delegate work to Groundman Operations Specialist.
• Maintain vehicle and assigned equipment.
• Follow company safety culture.
• Understand and follow ANSI standards for Tree Care Operations.

Skills

Communication

Safety culture

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Forestry or Horticulture Degree

ISA Certified Arborist

Job description

Want to work in a culture focused on safety and professionalism?

Joshua Tree Experts, the premier tree care professionals in Salt Lake City is searching for an experienced Tree Climber!

As a Tree Climber with Joshua Tree Experts you will work alongside a 2 to 4 person tree crew. You will be assisting in tree removal, tree pruning, and general tree preservation techniques. Being a Climber is an extremely important role for the Tree Crew.

Climber's are responsible for ensuring safe tree operations, maintaining assigned equipment, and communicating with effectively with crew. Climbers play a key role in communicating with clients and public near the job site.

What a Tree Climber does:

• Communicates with crew leader and coworkers effectively
• Maintain professional image
• Provide excellent customer service
• Delegate work to Groundman Operations Specialist
• Maintain vehicle and assigned equipment
• Follow company safety culture
• Understand and follow ANSI standards for Tree Care Operations
• Must be available to work at least 40 hours per week
• Understanding of aerial lift operations

What a Tree Climber must have:

• HS Diploma or GED
• At least 4 years experience of tree climbing
• Valid driver's license

The BEST candidate to be a Tree Climber:

• Forestry or Horticulture Degree
• ISA Certified Arborist

What can Joshua Tree Experts do for YOU:

• A culture focused on SAFETY
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Company that values a great WORK/LIFE balance
• Full time, YEAR ROUND employment with benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and PTO Days