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Tree Climber jobs are open across residential landscaping, commercial tree care, and utility line clearance companies, at every level from entry-level ground crew to lead climber and crew foreman, with specializations in pruning, removal, and storm damage response. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Crew Lead Tree Climber
What We Offer
At SavATree, your success is our priority. Here’s how we invest in you:
- Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience, skill level, and responsibilities. Pay for this position ranges from $25-$35.
- Benefits: Health and dental insurance, paid time off, 401(k) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, and an Equipment Account.
- Time Off: Time-off to support your work/life balance
- Training & Development: Extensive training opportunities, including leadership development and continuing education support in the industry.
- Tools for Success: Access to industry-leading equipment, climbing gear, and safety-focused crews.
- Team Environment: Our Tree Care Team works alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety.
About SavATree
SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve trees and protect the natural landscapes we all enjoy. Since then, we've grown into a nationwide leader in tree, shrub, and lawn care services.
We're a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a shared commitment to the environment. We pride ourselves on offering a collaborative and supportive work culture where your expertise is valued, and your career path is clear. As we like to say: When you work here, you thrive here.
About the Role
As a Tree Climber with SavATree, you’ll be a key member of our General Tree Care Team. This team works on a variety of tree care tasks, including pruning, removals, and cabling. You’ll apply your expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and beauty of our clients’ landscapes. The Crew Lead position offers additional responsibilities for those who demonstrate leadership qualities and want to guide a team.
In this role, you will:
- Perform high-quality tree care services, including pruning, removals, and cabling for trees and shrubs
- Climb trees safely using proper techniques, ropes, saddle, and ladders
- Operate chainsaws, aerial lifts (bucket trucks), and other tree care equipment effectively
- Apply ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and ANSI Z safety practices in all tasks
- Ensure proper pruning cuts and techniques, preserving the health and structure of trees
- Assist in tree removals and utilize ropes, spikes, and other equipment as needed for safe takedowns
- Identify hazards and perform safety checks before, during, and after each job
- Perform aerial rescues if necessary, ensuring safety in high-risk situations
- Maintain strong communication with team members and clients, ensuring excellent service and safety at all times
- Take ownership of your role, contributing to a positive, safety-focused team culture
What We’re Looking For
What is Essential:
- Valid U.S. driver’s license (CDL is a plus)
- Authorization to work legally in the U.S.
- Passion for working outdoors and commitment to environmental stewardship
Experience:
- Proficient in proper pruning techniques for large shade trees and ornamentals
- Strong knowledge of tree and shrub species, including their characteristics
- Comfortable climbing without spurs
- Skilled in adhering to tree care safety standards
- Experienced with chainsaws, aerial lifts (bucket trucks), and other essential tree care equipment
Technical Knowledge:
- Expertise in proper pruning cuts, branch collars, and chainsaw operations (for trees up to 50 feet)
- Familiarity with ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and ANSI Z safety guidelines
- Ability to perform aerial rescues and apply various climbing techniques
- Comfortable working with a diverse range of tree species, including Oaks, Maples, Hemlocks, Pines, and more
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently
- Ability to safely perform climbing and aerial work in varying conditions
- Experience with tree removal, including knowing when to use ropes or spikes for safe takedown
- This job requires physical stamina to meet the demands of climbing, lifting, and performing tasks outdoors. You’ll frequently lift and move heavy equipment and must be comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions.
Equal OpportunityAt SavATree, we believe in fostering a supportive environment where you can grow and succeed. We offer you the opportunity to advance your career and become an industry expert while working with a team that values both individual and collective success.
SavATree is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Crew Lead Tree Climber
What We Offer
At SavATree, your success is our priority. Here’s how we invest in you:
- Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience, skill level, and responsibilities. Pay for this position ranges from $25-$35.
- Benefits: Health and dental insurance, paid time off, 401(k) Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan, and an Equipment Account.
- Time Off: Time-off to support your work/life balance
- Training & Development: Extensive training opportunities, including leadership development and continuing education support in the industry.
- Tools for Success: Access to industry-leading equipment, climbing gear, and safety-focused crews.
- Team Environment: Our Tree Care Team works alongside some of the best trained and equipped teams in the industry, with an emphasis on quality and safety.
About SavATree
SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve trees and protect the natural landscapes we all enjoy. Since then, we've grown into a nationwide leader in tree, shrub, and lawn care services.
We're a values-driven organization built on teamwork, integrity, respect, and a shared commitment to the environment. We pride ourselves on offering a collaborative and supportive work culture where your expertise is valued, and your career path is clear. As we like to say: When you work here, you thrive here.
About the Role
As a Tree Climber with SavATree, you’ll be a key member of our General Tree Care Team. This team works on a variety of tree care tasks, including pruning, removals, and cabling. You’ll apply your expertise in climbing, pruning, and safety to ensure the health and beauty of our clients’ landscapes. The Crew Lead position offers additional responsibilities for those who demonstrate leadership qualities and want to guide a team.
In this role, you will:
- Perform high-quality tree care services, including pruning, removals, and cabling for trees and shrubs
- Climb trees safely using proper techniques, ropes, saddle, and ladders
- Operate chainsaws, aerial lifts (bucket trucks), and other tree care equipment effectively
- Apply ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and ANSI Z safety practices in all tasks
- Ensure proper pruning cuts and techniques, preserving the health and structure of trees
- Assist in tree removals and utilize ropes, spikes, and other equipment as needed for safe takedowns
- Identify hazards and perform safety checks before, during, and after each job
- Perform aerial rescues if necessary, ensuring safety in high-risk situations
- Maintain strong communication with team members and clients, ensuring excellent service and safety at all times
- Take ownership of your role, contributing to a positive, safety-focused team culture
What We’re Looking For
What is Essential:
- Valid U.S. driver’s license (CDL is a plus)
- Authorization to work legally in the U.S.
- Passion for working outdoors and commitment to environmental stewardship
Experience:
- Proficient in proper pruning techniques for large shade trees and ornamentals
- Strong knowledge of tree and shrub species, including their characteristics
- Comfortable climbing without spurs
- Skilled in adhering to tree care safety standards
- Experienced with chainsaws, aerial lifts (bucket trucks), and other essential tree care equipment
Technical Knowledge:
- Expertise in proper pruning cuts, branch collars, and chainsaw operations (for trees up to 50 feet)
- Familiarity with ANSI A300 Pruning Standards and ANSI Z safety guidelines
- Ability to perform aerial rescues and apply various climbing techniques
- Comfortable working with a diverse range of tree species, including Oaks, Maples, Hemlocks, Pines, and more
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently
- Ability to safely perform climbing and aerial work in varying conditions
- Experience with tree removal, including knowing when to use ropes or spikes for safe takedown
- This job requires physical stamina to meet the demands of climbing, lifting, and performing tasks outdoors. You’ll frequently lift and move heavy equipment and must be comfortable working in a variety of weather conditions.
Equal OpportunityAt SavATree, we believe in fostering a supportive environment where you can grow and succeed. We offer you the opportunity to advance your career and become an industry expert while working with a team that values both individual and collective success.
SavATree is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tree climber jobs.
- ISA Certified Arborist credential or active enrollment in the certification program
- Demonstrated experience with climbing techniques including SRS and MRS systems
- Valid driver's license with a clean record, often a commercial license for larger vehicles
- Proficiency operating chain saws, wood chippers, and aerial lift equipment
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Physical ability to lift heavy loads, work at height, and operate in all weather conditions
Tips for Your Tree Climber Job Search
List your certifications above your experience
Arborist credentials from ISA or TCIA carry more weight than years on the job for most hiring managers. Put your certifications, their expiration dates, and any specialty endorsements at the top of your resume before listing previous employers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tree climber openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to the work type
Municipal contracts, residential pruning, and high-voltage line clearance each require a different skill emphasis. Read each posting carefully and move the most relevant experience, such as bucket truck operation or rigging techniques, to the top of your work history.
Name the equipment you have operated
Employers screen for specific tools: aerial lifts, chain saws, chippers, and rigging hardware. List every major piece of equipment you have run by its common name, since many applicant tracking systems filter resumes by equipment keywords before a human reviews them.
Prepare for a field skills demonstration
Many tree care companies skip a second interview and go straight to a paid trial climb or knot-tying test on-site. Practice your prusik, blake's hitch, and friction-hitch techniques so you can demonstrate them confidently without warm-up time.
Negotiate your offer using local prevailing rates
Before accepting, check regional wage data through the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Grounds Maintenance Workers and ask your network what local companies are paying per hour. Coming in with a specific range tied to market data makes the conversation straightforward.
Tree Climber Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tree climbers?
SavATree, Brightview, and MV Tree are hiring the most tree climbers right now, with openings concentrated in Michigan, Colorado, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utility line clearance contractors and regional tree care franchises tend to post the most volume consistently.
How many tree climber jobs are remote?
About 0% of tree climber openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the work is physically on-site at residential or commercial properties. The small remote share is concentrated in estimating, project coordination, and sales roles within tree care companies rather than hands-on climbing positions.
How do you become a tree climber?
Start as a ground crew member with a local tree care company to learn rigging, chipping, and site safety while watching climbers work overhead. Once you're comfortable with basic knots and equipment, ask a certified arborist on staff to mentor your first assisted climbs. Pursue your ISA Certified Arborist credential as soon as you meet the experience requirement, since it opens the door to lead climber and foreman roles.
Can you get hired as a tree climber with no experience?
Yes, many tree care companies hire entry-level ground crew with no climbing experience and train from the ground up. Showing up with your own chainsaw safety chaps, steel-toed boots, and a basic understanding of rigging terminology signals that you are serious. Smaller owner-operated companies are more likely than national contractors to invest in training a motivated beginner.
What does the tree climber interview process look like?
Most companies start with a short phone screen covering your certifications, equipment experience, and availability. If that goes well, you will typically come on-site to meet the crew and walk through how you approach a removal or pruning job verbally. Many employers then ask you to perform a short field demonstration, such as a gear check, a knot tie, or a supervised climb, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to tree climber jobs?
You can find and apply to tree climber jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, experience level, and preferred work type, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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