Arborist Climber

Job summary

The Arborist Crew Leader is responsible for safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, rigging, and removals. They also manage the crew, maintain equipment, and build positive relationships with clients.

Job details

Summary 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. Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as: A safety-first culture and professional workplace Advancement opportunities - we promote from within Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays Industry credential/license pay increases Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment Boot reimbursement up to $200 Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett. Responsibilities 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 and Local Manager Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including: Pruning Cabling and bracing Rigging Removals Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts) Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies Qualifications 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 and clean motor vehicle record (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 Employer. Location : Name Toronto Location : State/Province ON Category Production Arborist Latest Post Date: Canada Careers 8/21/2026 Type Regular Full-Time

What you’ll do

The Arborist Crew Leader is responsible for safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning, rigging, and removals. They also manage the crew, maintain equipment, and build positive relationships with clients.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least three years of tree climbing and aerial lift experience in the tree care industry. A valid driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record are required, with a preference for a Class B CDL.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Safety-first culture • Professional workplace • Advancement opportunities • Life insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • RPP plan • Healthcare spending account • Paid vacation • Paid holidays • Industry credential pay increases • Company-paid uniforms • Personal protective equipment • Gear and equipment • Boot reimbursement • Training programs • Continuing education programs

Listed skills

• Production · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• responsibility · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• positive · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Arboriculture
• Tree climbing
• Aerial lift operation
• Pruning
• Cabling
• Bracing
• Rigging
• Tree removal
• Equipment maintenance
• Crew supervision
• Team leadership
• Client communication
• Safety compliance
• DdRT climbing
• SRT climbing
• Hand Tools
• Chainsaws
• CDL Class B License
• Positivity
• Valid Driver's License
• Self-Motivation
• Aerial Lifts
• Communication
• Team Oriented
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Arborist Crew Leader
• Arborist
• Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers
• Tree Trimmers and Pruners