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Trees Atlanta

Urban Trees Lead (Seasonal)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$18/hr

Perform tree care and maintenance, including but not limited to watering, mulching, pruning ... This position is a seasonal/temporary assignment with a 90-day probationary period. Permanent ...

City of Oak Harbor, WA

Arborist Intern

Oak Harbor, WA · On-site

$3.81K - $5.07K/mo

Temporary - Onsite Job Number: 2600023 Department: Parks and Recreation Division: Parks Opening ... tree climbing to heights of 50' or more, simple tree rigging for pruning and removal, brush ...

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Woodson Tree

Manager

Raleigh, NC

If you're a safety-minded arborist, climber, equipment operator, or field team member looking for ... Tree LLC full-time and temporary employees, as well as third-party vendors, ensuring safe and ...

Woodson Tree

Manager

Greensboro, NC

If you're a safety-minded arborist, climber, equipment operator, or field team member looking for ... Tree LLC full-time and temporary employees, as well as third-party vendors, ensuring safe and ...

Woodson Tree

Manager

Charlotte, NC

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The Greenbrier Hotel

Arborist

White Sulphur Springs, WV · On-site

$18.04/hr

... treat tree problems mechanically or chemically • Climb trees to perform work in trees that are ... Location of Work Yes Yes Indoors Heated X Outdoors Below Ground Temp. Fluctuations X X Elevated ...

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How much do temporary tree climber jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary tree climber in the United States is $24.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Tree Climber vs Arborist?

AspectTemporary Tree ClimberArborist
CertificationsOSHA safety training, Climbing certificationISA Certified Arborist, Climbing certification
Work EnvironmentTemporary, outdoor, tree work sitesPermanent or seasonal, outdoor, tree care sites
Employer & IndustryTree service companies, landscaping firmsTree care companies, municipal parks, landscaping

The main difference is that a Temporary Tree Climber performs short-term, task-specific climbing work, often without advanced certifications, while an Arborist is a trained professional with specialized certifications who provides comprehensive tree care. Both work outdoors in similar environments, but Arborists typically have more extensive training and responsibilities.

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Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Middlebury, VT • On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 20 days ago

Asplundh Tree Expert rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 223 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 18 rated forestry and logging companies

Job description

Description
Apprentice - Trimmer/Climber Trainee $21.80
This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging, dead, and excess branches, providing clearance for utility powerlines.
Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt
Pay: Competitive, Hourly
Benefits:
  • Benefits Available and Vary per position and location.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Uses a chainsaw to cut brush, logs, and stumps of larger trees.
  • Gathers and feeds brush into a woodchipper.
  • Responsible for temporary traffic control and equipment (cones, signs and flagging).
  • Ensures the safety of self and others by following company safety policies.
  • Adheres to Region Policy Manual
  • Applies herbicide to right-of-way, following brush removal to treat remote areas.
  • Services/maintains neat, clean, and mechanical order of truck, chipper, and other equipment.
  • Responsible for daily inventory on truck.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Able to work scheduled work hours.
  • Can obtain:
    • written CDL permit within 4 weeks of hire date.
    • Valid CDL within 120 days of hire date.
    • Herbicide license within 120 days of hire date.
  • Must be able to work long hours and overtime during emergencies, including holidays and weekends.
  • Willing to pay union dues.
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:
  • Valid DOT Medical Card required.
Travel Requirements:
  • Required to report and/or travel for storm emergencies.
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, Reading, 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
Safety
Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.
  • Exposed to various vehicle traffic situations on work sites.
  • Works around hazardous equipment.
  • Work in all temperatures and weather.
  • Works around excessive noise from machines, chain saws, woodchipper, with hearing protection.
  • May be exposed to nature i.e., irritating plants and biting or stinging insects, reptiles, and dust.
  • May be exposed to dogs and other animals.
  • Work may be performed on unlevel ground.
  • Work around falling limbs.

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.
Benefits
We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees' health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.
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.
Please note:
  • All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
  • Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

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