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Arbor Equity

Climber Trainee

Greensboro, GA

$19 - $26.25/hr

As a Climber Trainee, you will join a supportive team that values respect, teamwork, and personal advancement. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and are eager ...

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Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Bethel, CT

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Genoa City, WI · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Monroe, CT · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Genoa City, WI · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

White Stone, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Dover, NH · On-site

$18.50 - $24/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Monroe, CT · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

New Milford, CT · On-site

$18.75 - $24.50/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber Trainee

Auburn, MA · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and ...

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Arbor Equity

Greensboro, GA

$19 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Arbor Equity is a leading provider of professional tree care services, dedicated to safety, skill development, and career growth. As a Climber Trainee, you will join a supportive team that values respect, teamwork, and personal advancement. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and are eager to learn the arboriculture trade. Starting as a Ground Operator, you will receive paid, hands-on training in climbing, rigging, and tree care techniques, working alongside experienced arborists who are committed to your success. Arbor Equity offers a safe, team-oriented environment with clear pathways for career progression.

Responsibilities
  • Operate equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, and skid steers safely and efficiently
  • Assist climbers by controlling lowering ropes and supplying tools as needed
  • Learn and apply arborist knots for rigging, tying, and untying tasks
  • Remove limbs, brush, and debris from the worksite to the chipper or trailer
  • Help manage pedestrian, road, and sidewalk traffic to ensure a safe jobsite
  • Maintain an organized, hazard-free worksite at all times
  • Perform routine maintenance and inspections on tools and equipment
  • Communicate effectively with crew leaders and team members
  • Participate in on-the-job training in tree climbing, rigging, and pruning techniques under guided supervision
  • Assist with aerial operations as skills progress
  • Follow all company safety protocols, ANSI standards, and training procedures
  • Uphold Arbor Equity’s values of teamwork, safety, respect, and professionalism
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No prior tree climbing experience required—paid training provided
  • Experience in tree care or equipment operation is a plus
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • CDL (preferred) or willingness to obtain a Class B CDL
  • Physical ability to lift, drag, climb, and perform strenuous outdoor work
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug screening
  • Willingness to obtain First-Aid/CPR certification upon hire (training provided)
  • Comfortable working at heights and outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Willing to work extended or additional hours during peak seasons or storm response
Benefits
  • Paid industry training in climbing, rigging, arborist safety, and equipment operation
  • Opportunities for career advancement into Climber, Crew Lead, or Arborist positions
  • Supportive team culture focused on safety, respect, and personal development
  • Work that positively impacts the health and safety of the community
  • Competitive pay with opportunities for 40+ hours per week
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays for work-life balance
  • Overtime opportunities during storm cleanup and peak seasons
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance (employer paid)
  • Basic life & AD&D insurance (employer paid)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match
  • Flexible insurance options: choose health, dental, and vision plans to fit your needs and budget
  • Health Insurance (Cigna Plans): OAP (Open Access Plus), OAP IN, and HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan) options
  • Dental Insurance (Cigna Plans): PPO Low Plan and PPO High Plan options
  • Vision Insurance (Cigna Plan): comprehensive coverage for exams, lenses, and frames
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with $250 employer contribution (if enrolled in HDHP) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits (parking, transit, vanpool)
  • Legal assistance plan
  • Supplemental coverage options: critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance