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Monarch Landscape Companies

Tree Climber

Davie, FL

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

At least one year of professional tree work experience License or Certification * Valid driver license issued by the state where employed is strongly preferred Specialized Skills * Basic tree care ...

Monarch Landscape Companies

Tree Climber

Davie, FL · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

At least one year of professional tree work experience License or Certification * Valid driver license issued by the state where employed is strongly preferred Specialized Skills * Basic tree care ...

Turf & Tree Landscaping

Tree Climber

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

As a Tree Climber, you'll join a dedicated, close-knit team that values quality craftsmanship, professionalism, and reliability. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of tree care ...

WATTS TREE EXPERTS LLC

Tree Climber

Frederick, MD

$24 - $32/hr

About Us Watts Tree Experts is a locally owned and operated tree care company built on professionalism, safety, and teamwork. We focus on delivering high-quality work while staying agile, efficient ...

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How much do professional tree work jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional tree work in the United States is $29.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much do tree fellers get paid?

Tree fellers, or arborists and tree removal workers, typically earn between $15 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Experienced workers with specialized skills or certifications like ISA certification can earn higher wages, and the job often involves physical labor and the use of chainsaws and climbing gear.

What is the difference between Professional Tree Work vs Arborist?

AspectProfessional Tree WorkArborist
CertificationsMay include industry certifications, safety trainingTypically holds ISA Certified Arborist credential
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, on-site tree maintenance and removalOutdoor, tree care, pruning, and health assessment
Employer & Industry UsageTree service companies, landscaping firmsTree care companies, municipal forestry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve working with trees outdoors, Professional Tree Work generally refers to the broader category of tree-related tasks, including removal and maintenance, often performed by crews. An Arborist is a specialized professional with specific certifications focused on tree health, pruning, and preservation. Both roles are essential in tree care, but arborists typically have more advanced training and credentials.

What jobs pay $500,000 a year in the US?

In the field of professional tree work, high earnings of $500,000 or more annually are rare and typically associated with business owners or highly specialized consultants rather than employees. Most tree care professionals earn lower wages, but those who own large, successful tree service companies or have extensive experience and certifications may reach or exceed this income level through business profits and multiple contracts.

What is the highest paid job in forestry?

In forestry, the highest paid roles are often forest managers, consulting arborists, or specialized environmental consultants, with salaries increasing for those with advanced certifications and extensive experience. These positions typically require strong leadership skills, technical knowledge, and sometimes advanced degrees or certifications such as Certified Forester or ISA Certified Arborist.

How much money does an arborist make?

An arborist's salary varies based on experience, certifications, and location, but typically ranges from $35,000 to $70,000 annually. Certified arborists with specialized skills and equipment knowledge tend to earn higher wages, especially in urban or high-demand areas.
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Tree Climber - 2 years experience

Tree Climber - 2 years experience

The Professional Tree Care Company

Hayward, CA • On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

  • Do you have at least TWO YEARS of EXPERIENCE as a TREE CLIMBER?
  • Do you own a climbing gear?
  • Can you get to Hayward, CA by 6:15 a.m.?
  • If so, please keep reading....

NOTE: Please apply for our Grounds-to-Climber Apprenticeship role if you have not yet worked as a PROFESSIONAL TREE CLIMBER.
Compensation and Benefits
This Climber position is a full-time, year-round opportunity with a starting hourly rate of between $32.00 and $36.00 or more...............depending on your relevant work experience, gear, fit to the role, and fit to our company culture. The position comes with competitive benefits including:
  • Full-time, year-round work at a stable company that's 45 years old.
  • Paid vacation (earned/accrued as you work/accumulate hours)
  • 50% contribution toward medical, dental, and optical insurance for employees
  • 5 paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Access to a 401(k) account immediately
  • Company-issued safety equipment, gear, and clothing
  • Employee referral program
  • Training and development resources, plus opportunities for advancement
  • Tree industry certification and license reimbursement for those who qualify
About the opportunity
In this position, you'll join a highly experienced team of certified professionals who are known for their ability to remove enormous trees using large cranes and equipment, and excellent customer service.
The person who fills this position must be an experienced professional tree Climber who seeks to lead her/his own crew. They will be comfortable working at heights most of the day, physically fit, and eager to demonstrate their knowledge to be promoted.
The right person for this job will be a natural leader; someone who enjoys directing and coaching their crew while also working safely and efficiently. She/he/they have enough Climbing knowledge to be able to lead her/his/their own team without much training. The person we hire will be the type who reports to work early to be on time; someone who takes pride in completing their projects on budget, and LOVES working in the trees.
About us
Since 1980, The Professional Tree Care Company has been trusted for tree services throughout Northern California. Based in Berkeley, CA, we service commercial, residential, and public works projects from Mendocino to Monterey, and from San Francisco to Sacramento.
What makes us unique? We recycle 100% of material removed from job sites at our own Green Waste Recycle Yard, custom mill logs, and create organic mulch - and (soon) electricity - from the wood chips. We also have the staff, equipment, resources, and experience to perform tree services at any scale.
Our company culture is often referred to as being family-like. We are optimistic, hardworking, and dedicated to arboricultural science. Most of our managers have been with us 10+ years; many over 20. We like to hire folks who seek a work home; people eager to work hard, learn, and make friends along the way.
Your Responsibilities Include
- Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Daily climbing to heights of between 10-to-150 feet using a variety of climbing systems including a combination of SRT, DRT, and DdRT
  • Managing a team of Grounds-people and Climbers Apprentices: Confirming their timecards are correct, letting them know what work needs to be done each day to complete the job on time/on budget
  • Identifying and performing tree inventories
  • Doing tree risk assessments
  • Installing bracing, cabling, and lightning protection systems
  • Working in the tree canopy to prune, thin, and remove dead wood
  • Removing dangerous and/or hazardous trees
  • Ensuring the health, safety and beauty of trees
  • Providing routine tree maintenance, plus insect and disease management
  • Performing emergency tree services: removing fallen trees from driveways, structures, etc.
  • Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
  • Ensuring all work sites are kept clean and free of hazards
- General Duties will vary but include:
  • Serving as part of a multi-person crew that typically includes a Climber/Foreman and Ground Crew
  • Hitting bid targets; the number of hours allotted to each job each day
  • Properly operating and maintaining tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts) once trained
  • Operating our trucks and equipment in a safe manner
  • Overseeing the grinding of material, raking, blowing and collecting leaves; disposing of debris
  • Participating and/or in routine safety meetings
  • Assisting with developing processes to increase efficiency
  • Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instructions
Requirements, Experience, Skills, and Abilities
  • TWO YEARS experience as a TREE CLIMBER or production Arborists; a professional who works full-time to trim, clear, and remove trees
  • Having reliable transportation to drive to job sites throughout the greater Bay Area.
  • Clean and current California Driver's License (ABSOLUTELY CLEAN CA DL!)
  • Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • Physically fit, able to lift +/-50 pounds, and work comfortably at heights for much of the workday
  • Proficiency with a roping system (Double or Single Rope Technique)
  • A proven record of using chainsaws, harnesses, ropes, safely
  • The standard stuff: Communication (accurate written, and verbal), time management, problem solving, being able to take notes on your phone, and being able to work an 8-hour shift without using your phone for non-work purposes (except at lunch, break or for an emergency)
  • Soft skills: The ability to lead by example, being extremely hardworking, being emotionally intelligent (having the ability to identify and manage one's own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.)
Bonus points for:
  • Tree certifications or coursework related to tree trimming, maintenance, and/or arboriculture
  • Having served in a supervisory position
  • Having a Class-A driver's license in good standing
  • Owning a wide variety of sturdy climbing gear
  • Speaking Spanish or enough industry Spanish to lead a crew

Who Should Apply
  • Experienced climbers seeking to move up in their industry.
  • Climbers who are ready to move into office-based roles in the next 5 years to become Certified Arborists/Estimators, Sales Team Members, or Project Managers.
  • Those who lead by example
  • Folks who already hold tree-related certification and licenses such as ISA, TRAQ, CPR, First Aid, etc.
  • Those within an easy commute to Hayward, CA
  • Egalitarians

Work Environment
As our newest Climber, you'll work full-time, year-round, Monday through Friday, on a variety of job sites throughout Northern California with an arrival time of 6:15 a.m. and a start time of 6:30 a.m.
What next?
If you're asked to take an online survey, please do so within three business days. Only folks who complete the survey and confirm they live within (or are moving within) a 45-minute commute of our Hayward location will be considered. (NOTE: If you are moving to within this area please note it on your resume.)

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