Tree Climber & Arborist — Urban Forestry Pro

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union represented

Flexible benefits package

Bilingual encouraged

Job summary

Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, seeks a Tree Climber to join the Urban Forestry Section in Gaithersburg, MD. You will perform tree maintenance, climb, prune, and assist with rigging while supporting safety and public spaces across the park system.

You’ll work outdoors at heights, coordinate with a ground crew, and gain hands-on experience in arboriculture with opportunities for training and career growth within a union-backed team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of tree maintenance experience including six months of tree climbing.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL may be required depending on area.
• Ability to pass Commission medical exam.

Responsibilities

• Safely climbs trees using saddles, ropes, and climbing gear and works from aerial lift equipment.
• Fells, primes, trims, and removes hazardous or unwanted trees and brush with chainsaws and hand tools.
• Inspects trees for hazards and health concerns and applies corrective actions.
• Maintains safe work zones, uses PPE, and follows safety standards.
• Maintains TreeKeeper records and completes required reports and documentation.

Skills

Tree climbing

Pruning

Hazard assessment

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaws

Rigging systems

Aerial lift equipment

TreeKeeper

Job description

Montgomery Parks, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, seeks a Tree Climber to join the Urban Forestry Section in Gaithersburg, MD. You will perform tree maintenance, climb, prune, and assist with rigging while supporting safety and public spaces across the park system.

You’ll work outdoors at heights, coordinate with a ground crew, and gain hands-on experience in arboriculture with opportunities for training and career growth within a union-backed team.