Tree Climber (Heartwood)

Tree Guardians; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Steady work

Certification reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Ongoing training

Career growth culture

Job summary

Heartwood Tree Care in Charlotte, NC is seeking a skilled tree climber to perform advanced pruning, removals, and complex rigging. You will operate heavy equipment and drive CDL-equipped vehicles while ensuring safety on busy sites.

Ideal candidates bring SRT/DRT experience, a strong rigging background, and the ability to lead a crew in the field. Heartwood Tree Care values safety, training, and long-term care of trees for residential and commercial clients.

Qualifications

• Climber experience with SRT/DRT and advanced rigging.
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred.
• CDL Class B or A strongly preferred.
• Ability to lead a crew and make field decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced tree climbing, pruning, and removals.
• Handle complex rigging and technical removals.
• Operate chainsaws, chippers, bucket trucks, and heavy equipment.
• Drive company trucks, CDL required vehicles included.
• Watch for hazards and keep the crew working safe.
• Communicate clearly with ground crew throughout the job.
• Make sure job sites are cleaned up and left right.

Skills

SRT/DRT rigging

ISA Arborist

CDL class B/A

Rigging & removals

Crew leadership

Job description

This role is located in Charlotte, NC at Heartwood Tree Care.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform advanced tree climbing, pruning, and removals
• Handle complex rigging and technical removals
• Operate chainsaws, chippers, bucket trucks, and heavy equipment
• Drive company trucks, CDL required vehicles included
• Watch for hazards and keep the crew working safe
• Communicate clearly with ground crew throughout the job
• Make sure job sites are cleaned up and left right

What We’re Looking For:

• Climber experience with SRT and DRT systems, spurless pruning, and advanced rigging
• ISA Certified Arborist preferred
• CDL Class B or A strongly preferred
• Strong rigging and removal background
• Able to lead a crew and make smart calls in the field

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience and licenses
• Steady work, Room to grow
• Certification reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, if applicable.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for career growth.

Why Heartwood Tree Care:

Heartwood Tree Care has been serving communities since 1979. We are a family driven company built on safety, respect for the craft, and long term care of trees. Our crews support residential and commercial clients across Charlotte, Lake Norman, and Asheville. We invest in our people, maintain quality equipment, and value leaders who set the standard in the field.