Tree Climber: Rigging, Pruning & Career Growth

Arbor Masters; Parkville (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with Company Match

Short/Long Term Disability

AD&D Insurance

EAP

Six Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Certifications & training

Job summary

Arbor Masters is looking for a Tree Climber to join our team of tree-care professionals. You will operate bucket and claw trucks, chainsaws, and related equipment while performing pruning, removal, and rigging tasks.

The role requires climbing skills, knowledge of knots and rigging, and ability to work at heights in varying weather. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, family-owned work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 23 years rope and saddle climbing experience with knots and rigging.
• Basic knowledge of tree pruning and removal techniques.
• Ability to work at heights above 10 feet and outdoors in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and hand/power tools such as bucket trucks and chainsaws.
• Repair, sharpen, and maintain equipment and tools.
• Perform basic felling and aerial rigging over obstacles.
• Load, inspect, and fuel trucks; keep equipment well maintained.
• Team communication and safety briefings with Crew Leader.
• Conduct tree risk and job-site assessments; walk-throughs with homeowners.
• Assist debris cleanup at job completion.

Skills

Team player

Valid drivers license

Rope & saddle climbing

Knots & rigging

Pruning & removal techniques

Work at heights

Uneven terrain navigation

Lift 50 lbs

Bucket/claw trucks experience

Cabling & bracing skills

18+ age

Tools

Bucket trucks

Claw trucks

Chainsaws

Pole saws

Chippers

Job description

Arbor Masters is looking for a Tree Climber to join our team of tree-care professionals. You will operate bucket and claw trucks, chainsaws, and related equipment while performing pruning, removal, and rigging tasks.

The role requires climbing skills, knowledge of knots and rigging, and ability to work at heights in varying weather. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive, family-owned work environment.