Arborist Representative Jobs
Arborist Representative jobs are open across tree care, landscaping, utilities, and municipal services, from entry-level field positions to senior sales and account management roles, with specializations in residential sales, commercial accounts, and plant health consulting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Bartlett Tree Experts is currently seeking a full-time Arborist Representative to join our growing team in the prestigious Chicago Northshore territory. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for arboriculture and enthusiasm for sharing knowledge to establish positive client relationships. As an Arborist Representative, you will play an integral role in helping grow our business by developing and maintaining long-term client relationships. You will be responsible for visiting client properties, assessing their tree and shrub care needs, and providing scientific tree and shrub care recommendations.
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- $50,000-$120,000 annual draw plus commission
- Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company provided uniforms, vehicle, laptop, and cell phone
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories Charlotte, NC
- Responsible for all areas of sales within a defined territory, including selling, marketing, customer service, administration, production, and training
- Meet with existing and potential residential and commercial clients daily to evaluate their tree and shrub care needs
- Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and client relationships within the defined territory
- Prepare and provide proposals to clients utilizing sales process tools, software, and other technologies
- Supervise work to be performed, ensuring jobs are completed based on the signed contract and to the client's satisfaction
- Set up personal sales expectations with immediate supervisor and prepare to meet sales goals
- Responsible for implementing and enforcing all safety, transportation, and pesticide compliance programs
- 1-3 years of related experience in the tree care industry or prior sales experience
- ISA Arborist Certification or ability to obtain – we will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
- Ability to learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region, diagnose pests and diseases, and recommend corrective action or proactive management plans
- Valid driver's license
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location : Name: Northbrook Location : State/Province: IL Category: Arborist Representative Latest Post Date: englishcareers: 11/12/2026 Type: Regular Full-Time
Bartlett Tree Experts is currently seeking a full-time Arborist Representative to join our growing team in the prestigious Chicago Northshore territory. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for arboriculture and enthusiasm for sharing knowledge to establish positive client relationships. As an Arborist Representative, you will play an integral role in helping grow our business by developing and maintaining long-term client relationships. You will be responsible for visiting client properties, assessing their tree and shrub care needs, and providing scientific tree and shrub care recommendations.
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- $50,000-$120,000 annual draw plus commission
- Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company provided uniforms, vehicle, laptop, and cell phone
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories Charlotte, NC
- Responsible for all areas of sales within a defined territory, including selling, marketing, customer service, administration, production, and training
- Meet with existing and potential residential and commercial clients daily to evaluate their tree and shrub care needs
- Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and client relationships within the defined territory
- Prepare and provide proposals to clients utilizing sales process tools, software, and other technologies
- Supervise work to be performed, ensuring jobs are completed based on the signed contract and to the client's satisfaction
- Set up personal sales expectations with immediate supervisor and prepare to meet sales goals
- Responsible for implementing and enforcing all safety, transportation, and pesticide compliance programs
- 1-3 years of related experience in the tree care industry or prior sales experience
- ISA Arborist Certification or ability to obtain – we will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
- Ability to learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region, diagnose pests and diseases, and recommend corrective action or proactive management plans
- Valid driver's license
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location : Name: Northbrook Location : State/Province: IL Category: Arborist Representative Latest Post Date: englishcareers: 11/12/2026 Type: Regular Full-Time
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in arborist representative jobs.
- ISA Certified Arborist credential or active pursuit of certification
- Proven outside sales experience in tree care, landscaping, or related services
- Ability to identify common tree species, diseases, and pest issues in the field
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record for daily site visits
- Proficiency with CRM software for tracking leads, quotes, and customer accounts
- TRAQ certification or formal tree risk assessment training preferred for senior roles
Tips for Your Arborist Representative Job Search
Tailor your resume for sales and trees
Arborist representative roles blend field knowledge with client-facing sales. Your resume should show both: ISA certification or relevant training on one side, and measurable outcomes like accounts closed or customer retention on the other. Generic landscaping resumes won't cut it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists arborist representative openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by service line
Job titles vary widely: some postings say 'arborist representative,' others say 'tree care sales consultant' or 'plant health care rep.' Search all three variants so you don't miss openings that match your background but use different terminology.
Show your ISA credentials upfront
Many hiring managers screen for ISA Certified Arborist status before reading further. Put your certification number and status in your resume header or summary, not buried in a credentials section at the bottom of the page.
Prepare a site assessment walk-through
Interviews often include a mock sales call or property walk scenario. Practice narrating what you observe on a residential or commercial site, explaining tree health issues in plain language, and transitioning naturally from diagnosis to a service recommendation.
Negotiate on the full package, not just base
Arborist representative compensation often includes vehicle allowance, commission structure, and equipment provisions. When negotiating, ask for specifics on each component, since commission caps and territory size can affect total earnings more than base salary differences.
Arborist Representative Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most arborist representatives?
Davey Tree, Bartlett Tree Experts, and RTEC Treecare are hiring the most arborist representatives right now, with openings concentrated in Illinois, Virginia, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional tree care franchises and municipal utility contractors tend to post the most consistent volume throughout the year.
How many arborist representative jobs are remote?
About 0% of arborist representative openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are inside sales support, account management for large commercial clients, and roles focused on plant health care program consulting rather than on-site estimation.
How do you become an arborist representative?
Start by building field knowledge through entry-level tree care, landscaping, or utility line clearance work so you can speak credibly about tree health and services. Pursue your ISA Certified Arborist credential, which requires passing an exam and accumulating field experience hours. From there, move into a sales support or estimator role at a tree care company to develop client-facing skills before stepping into a full representative position.
Can you get hired as an arborist representative with no sales experience?
Yes, strong field arborist experience can offset limited formal sales background, especially at regional tree care companies that prefer to train their own reps. Emphasize any experience where you explained tree health issues to homeowners, upsold services during a job site visit, or built relationships with property managers. Shadowing an existing rep during the hiring process is a common audition step, so volunteer for it.
What does the arborist representative interview process look like?
Most hiring processes run two to three rounds. The first is a phone or video screen focused on your arboriculture background and sales history. A second in-person interview typically includes a ride-along or mock property walk where you demonstrate how you'd assess a site and present a service recommendation to a customer. Some employers add a final meeting with a regional manager before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to arborist representative jobs?
You can find and apply to arborist representative jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background, whether that's residential sales, commercial accounts, or plant health care consulting, and apply directly to each listing that matches your experience and location.
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