Arborist Climber

Arborist Climber

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care services on residential and commercial properties.

$24.00-$27.00 per hour

A safety-first culture and professional workplace

Advancement opportunities - we promote from within

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Industry credential / license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

As an Arborist Climber, you will play an important role in :

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including :
• Tree identification
• Tree risk assessments
• Pruning
• Removals
• Cabling and bracing
• Root collar excavations
• Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors

At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry

Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)

Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Location : Chattanooga

State / Province : TN

Category : Production Arborist

Latest Post Date : 10 / 8 / 2025

Type : Regular Full-Time