Tree Climber

Arbor Masters; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

FSA

401(k) Match up to 4%

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Six Paid Holidays

Certifications & renewals

Job summary

Arbor Masters is hiring a Tree Climber to operate bucket and claw trucks, perform climbing and rigging tasks, and support safe, efficient tree care at customer sites.

You will work outdoors, climb with ropes and saddles, and communicate with crew on safety and job progress. The role emphasizes physical stamina, adherence to safety, and customer interaction within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and possess a class C license.
• CDL class A or B with airbrake endorsement preferred but not required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of 2–3 year rope and saddle climbing experience.
• Knowledge of knots used in roping and technical rigging.
• Ability to work at heights above 10 feet.
• Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and tree care gear (bucket/claw trucks, saws, chippers).
• Perform basic felling, rigging, and aerial work over obstacles.
• Ensure tools and equipment are loaded, maintained, and fueled.
• Assist in job site setup and safety PPE use.
• Conduct job briefings and communicate with Crew Leader.
• Perform site and tree risk assessments; discuss services with homeowners.
• Support debris cleanup after job completion.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Heights work

Physical stamina

Crew communication

Safety consciousness

Tools

Bucket trucks

Claw trucks

Chippers

Pole saws

Chainsaws

Rigging knowledge

Job description

Why work at Arbor Masters?

Arbor Masters is committed to nurturing a culturally inclusive environment that hires, trains, and promotes regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, veteran status, or any other protected class. We will always cultivate an environment that celebrates differences in our teams at all Arbor Masters branches. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce results in better decision-making, faster and more innovative problem solving, and creates a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.

Your future at Arbor Masters:

When you join the Arbor Masters team, you are joining our work family. We want to see our work family continually grow and succeed. This is not just a job; it is a career path! We will equip you with all the experience and training necessary to grow and advance in the company. The opportunity is all yours and what you want to make of it!

As a Tree Climber, you would be responsible for:

• Operating heavy equipment, hand, and power equipment, such as bucket trucks, brush trucks, claw trucks, chippers, pole saws, pruning saws, pole pruners, power pole saws, and chainsaws.
• Repairing, sharpening, and maintaining equipment and tools
• Performing basic felling and rigging, along with aerial rigging over obstacles
• Ensuring all appropriate tools, supplies, and materials are loaded on truck, well maintained and accounted for, along with ensuring equipment is inspected and prepared with fuel and fluids
• Performing job briefing and assisting Crew Leader in work zone set-up and utilizing safety PPE
• Completing tree risk assessment and job site assessment, along with communicating with homeowners about services Arbor Masters offers, and performing pre- and post-job walk-throughs
• Communicating verbally and visually with all members of the crew
• Assisting in debris cleanup at job completion

Requirements:

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude!
• Must have a valid driver’s license and possess a class C driver’s license
• CDL class A or class B License with airbrake endorsement is preferred, but not required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 2-3 year rope and saddle climbing experience including knowledge of various knots used in roping and technical rigging
• Must have basic knowledge of proper tree pruning and removal techniques
• Ability to work effectively at heights above 10 feet
• Ability to complete labor-intensive outdoor work with exposure to a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stand, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and lift in excess of 50lbs on a regular basis
• Experience operating bucket or claw trucks preferred
• Cabling and bracing skills preferred

In addition to offering compensation in the top 25% of the market, our employee benefits package includes:

• Medical Planeffective 60 days following start date
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) (50% Company Match up to 4%/2%)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability (100% Company Paid)
• $25k AD&D Insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program (100% Company Paid)
• Six (6) Paid Holidays
• Professional certification and registration renewals

Our core purpose is to love people and pursue excellence in the tree care industry. If this resonates with you,