Tree Climber & Aerial Rigging Specialist

Arbor Masters; Parkville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

FSA

401(k)

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

AD&D Insurance

EAP

Paid Holidays

Certifications

Job summary

Arbor Masters in Parkville, Missouri is seeking a Tree Climber to participate in all aspects of tree work, including pruning and removals, and to operate heavy equipment and coordinate with a crew.

This role emphasizes knot-tying, rigging, and safe work practices while communicating with homeowners about requested services. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a family-owned business.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years rope and saddle climbing experience.
• Knowledge of knots used in roping and rigging.
• Basic understanding of tree pruning and removal techniques.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and vehicles 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, including aerial rigging over obstacles.
• Ensure all tools, supplies, and materials are loaded, maintained and inspected with fuel and fluids.
• Complete job briefings and assist Crew Leader in work zone set-up and PPE usage.
• Conduct tree risk and site assessments; communicate with homeowners about Arbor Masters services; perform pre- and post-job walk-throughs.
• Communicate verbally and visually with all crew members.
• Assist in debris cleanup at job completion.

Skills

Team player

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Rope climbing

Saddle rigging

Knot tying

Safety PPE

Job description

Arbor Masters in Parkville, Missouri is seeking a Tree Climber to participate in all aspects of tree work, including pruning and removals, and to operate heavy equipment and coordinate with a crew.

This role emphasizes knot-tying, rigging, and safe work practices while communicating with homeowners about requested services. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a family-owned business.