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Pay Rate In Tree Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Description Trimmer/Climber Job Type: * Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: * Competitive, Hourly Benefits ... Assists in training new employees. * Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working ...

Description Trimmer/Climber Job Type: * Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: * Competitive, Hourly Benefits ... Assists in training new employees. * Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working ...

Description Trimmer/Climber Job Type: * Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: * Competitive, Hourly Benefits ... Assists in training new employees. * Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working ...

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How much do pay rate in tree jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for pay rate in tree in Milwaukee, WI is $28.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.02 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pay Rate In Tree vs Pay Rate In Arborist?

AspectPay Rate In TreePay Rate In Arborist
CredentialsTypically requires OSHA certification, climbing and safety trainingRequires similar certifications, often including ISA Arborist Certification
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, tree care, pruning, and removalOutdoor, tree health assessment, pruning, and maintenance
Industry UsageCommonly used in landscaping and urban forestryUsed in professional tree care and consulting

Pay Rate In Tree and Pay Rate In Arborist roles often overlap in credentials and work environment. However, arborists typically have specialized certifications and may work in consulting or more technical tree health assessments. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position and salary expectations.

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Infographic showing various Pay Rate In Tree job openings in Milwaukee, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,780 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Tree Trimmer - Union

Asplundh Tree Expert

Muskego, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Asplundh Tree Expert rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 246 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 19 rated forestry and logging companies


Job description

Description

Trimmer/Climber

Job Type: 

  • Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: 

  • Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

  • Company-sponsored Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections.
  • Operate and service all required tools/equipment.
  • Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces.
  • Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth.
  • Loads/unloads trucks.
  • Feeds brush & debris into a woodchipper.
  • Repairs minor job-related damage to lawns, fences, and walkways.
  • Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment.
  • Relays hand signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned.
  • Keeps trucks and work areas clear and orderly.
  • Safeguards employees and the public from hazards in and around the work area.
  • Cooperates with customers, police, and fire departments when blocking streets or driveways.
  • Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and the public.
  • Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
  • Assists in training new employees.
  • Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, trucks, and other work equipment.
  • Requests repair or replacement, when necessary.
  • Maintains good housekeeping on trucks and at work locations.
  • Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
  • No fear of heights.
  • Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.

Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Entry-level position, no experience required.
  • Previous experience is a plus.

Pre-Screen:

  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

  • A Driver's License is Preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

  • RARE (less than 10%): Sitting, Kneeling, Crawling, Color Vision, Climbing Stairs
  • OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Stooping, Squatting, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Ladders, Pushing, Reading,
  • FREQUENT (up to 66%): Carrying, Pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs., Balancing, body-twisting, Hearing/Speech Range, Lifting, lifting up to 10 lbs., Manual Dexterity, Speaking Clearly, Walking
  • CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): Standing, Sense of Touch, Gripping, Seeing Distant, Reaching, range-of-motion, Depth Perception, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Climbing Poles, Sense of Touch

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.


Important Information for Applicants:
  • Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
  • If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
  • Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
  • Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
  • We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
  • Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.

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