Tree Climber/Groundsman

Frey Consulting Group; Whitehouse Station (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid training

Vacation days

Year-round work

Job summary

Frey Consulting Group is seeking skilled arborists in Whitehouse Station, NJ for climber and grounds roles. The crew handles technical removals, rigging, and storm response with professional training and a safety-first culture.

Positions offer year-round work with competitive hourly wages based on experience, including CDL and non-CDL tracks. Paid training and advancement opportunities are provided within a family-owned environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on tree service experience (production-oriented).
• Proficiency with chainsaws, chippers, and mini-skids.
• Ability to work physically demanding, high-risk tasks.
• Coachability and teamwork for crew environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical and hazardous tree removals, large-tree pruning, and crane-assisted removals.
• Use traditional and advanced rigging safely near structures and utilities.
• Operate and maintain tree-care equipment (chainsaws, chippers, mini-skids).
• Adapt to changing conditions; respond to storm damage or emergencies.
• Maintain safety protocols and support efficient project completion.
• Commit to longer production days when required.

Skills

Arborist experience

Equipment operation

Class A CDL

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Mini-skids

Job description

Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, United States

Tree Service Specialist (Climber / Grounds / CDL)

Our client is seeking highly capable arborists to execute complex, production-oriented arboricultural work. This role demands adaptability to dynamic daily schedules and a readiness to handle physically demanding, technically challenging, and potentially high-risk tasks, including typical 10-hour production days. The successful candidate will act as a crucial crew member on diverse job sites, managing everything from emergency storm response to advanced rigging.

Based in Whitehouse Station, NJ, this established, family-owned and operated organization specializes in comprehensive tree care and property health. They offer a safety-first culture providing stable, year-round employment. The company invests deeply in its crew members through ongoing paid training and continuing education to support long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical and hazardous tree removals, large-tree pruning, and crane-assisted tree removals.
• Utilize traditional and advanced rigging techniques while working safely around structures, utilities, and high-value targets.
• Operate and maintain essential tree-care equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and mini-skids.
• Adapt to changing job-site conditions and respond effectively to storm damage or emergency situations.
• Maintain a strict respect for safety protocols while working alongside the crew to ensure efficient project completion.
• Commit to longer production days when necessary to meet operational requirements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in the tree service industry.
• A true production-oriented arboriculture background, rather than exclusively light residential work or ornamental pruning.
• Demonstrated proficiency operating chainsaws, chippers, and mini-skids.
• Strong physical capability, reliable attendance, and a work ethic driven by hustle and urgency.
• A coachable mindset with the ability to take direction and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Nice to have: A Class A CDL, or specialized experience in climbing, bucket trucks, aerial lifts, and crane-assisted jobs.
• Climber / Aerial Lift Operator: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour.
• Grounds Crew (CDL): $26.00 - $35.00 per hour.
• Grounds Crew (Non-CDL): $22.00 - $25.00 per hour.
• Stable, year-round work with top pay structured on individual experience and skill level.
• Paid time off, including dedicated PTO and vacation days.
• Paid training and continuous education opportunities for arboriculture career advancement.