Sales Arborist Jobs
Sales Arborist jobs are open across residential tree care, commercial landscaping, utility line clearance, and municipal forestry, from entry-level sales consultants to senior account managers and territory leads, with specializations in plant health care sales, storm damage response, and large-account commercial contracts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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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Find Sales Arborist JobsSales Arborist Job Market
Who's Hiring
- Davey Tree13
- SavATree10
- Brightview7
- Monster Tree Service6
- Tree Guardians4T
Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming
- Construction & Real Estate
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales arborist jobs.
- ISA Certified Arborist credential or active pursuit of certification
- Proven outside sales experience with documented revenue or quota performance
- Ability to conduct on-site tree assessments and produce written estimates
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record for daily field travel
- Proficiency with CRM software to manage leads, follow-ups, and closed jobs
- Working knowledge of plant health care services, tree risk assessment, and pruning standards
Tips for Your Sales Arborist Job Search
Tailor your resume to production metrics
Sales arborist hiring managers want to see closed-job revenue, average ticket size, and upsell rates alongside any ISA or arborist certifications. Pull those numbers from your commission statements or CRM history and lead with them in your work experience bullets.
Highlight certifications that close deals
An ISA Certified Arborist credential does double duty: it satisfies plant health care knowledge requirements and builds instant credibility with homeowners during the estimate. If you're not certified yet, note that you're actively pursuing it so employers know you're serious.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sales arborist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by service line, not just size
A regional tree care company focused on storm response hires differently than a national firm running commercial accounts. Filter openings by the service lines you've sold before, whether that's residential PHC programs, municipal contracts, or utility right-of-way work, so your experience maps directly to their pipeline.
Prepare a ride-along answer for field interviews
Many employers bring sales arborist finalists on a live estimate to watch how you assess a property, explain scope, and handle objections. Practice walking through a full site visit out loud, covering tree risk indicators, proposed work, and pricing rationale, before your interview.
Negotiate on base, not just commission structure
Sales arborist offers vary widely between draw-against-commission and straight base-plus-bonus models. Before negotiating, clarify whether the company recoups unearned draws and what the ramp period looks like, so you can compare total first-year earning potential across offers accurately.
Sales Arborist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sales arborists?
The companies hiring the most sales arborists right now include Davey Tree, SavATree, and Brightview, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional tree care franchises and large commercial landscaping firms tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many sales arborist jobs are remote?
About 0% of sales arborist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require in-person property assessments and client meetings. The sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote flexibility are commercial account management and large municipal contract sales, where much of the follow-up and renewal work happens by phone or video.
How do you become a sales arborist?
Start by building hands-on tree care experience as a climber, groundworker, or crew lead so you can speak credibly about scope and risk during estimates. Pursue your ISA Certified Arborist credential to establish technical authority with clients. Then move into an estimator or sales support role at a tree care company to develop your proposal and closing skills before stepping into a full sales arborist position.
Can you get hired as a sales arborist with little experience?
Yes, some companies hire sales arborists from a strong outside sales background even without deep tree care experience, especially if you have an ISA certification or relevant coursework in arboriculture or horticulture. Focus your resume on consultative sales skills, any client-facing estimating work, and a genuine willingness to train in the field alongside certified crews during your ramp period.
What does the sales arborist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone screen focused on your sales background and comfort with commission-based pay, followed by an in-person or video interview where you walk through a past deal or estimate. Many companies add a field component, a ride-along or mock site assessment, where they evaluate how you identify tree issues, explain scope to a homeowner, and handle price objections before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to sales arborist jobs?
You can find and apply to sales arborist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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