Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts•Tinton Falls, NJ

15d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Arborist Climber at Bartlett Tree Experts, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew. Your primary responsibility is tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties. The role involves ground, tree-climbing, and aerial-lift duties in support of assigned jobs, along with safely performing arboricultural work and maintaining tools and equipment. You will work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Requirements

At least one year of tree climbing experience using DdRT or SRT in the tree care industry.
At least one year of aerial-lift operation experience in the tree care industry.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Nice To Haves

Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

Perform ground, tree-climbing, and aerial-lift duties in support of job assignments as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
Perform tree identification and tree risk assessments.
Perform pruning and tree removals.
Perform cabling and bracing and root collar excavations.
Maintain and safely operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
Learn, understand, and follow safety rules and company safety policies.

Benefits

$23.00–$27.00 per hour.
Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Advancement opportunities, with promotion from within.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off and holidays.
Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.