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How much do tree climber apprentice jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree climber apprentice 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tree Climber Apprentice, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tree Climber Apprentice, you need a basic understanding of tree biology, physical fitness, and the ability to use hand and power tools, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with climbing equipment, chainsaws, and safety harness systems is typically required, and completion of OSHA safety training is highly beneficial. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are important soft skills for this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient tree work and support career growth in arboriculture.

What are some common challenges faced by Tree Climber Apprentices during their first year on the job?

Tree Climber Apprentices often find the physical demands and technical skills required to be challenging at first, especially when working at heights and handling heavy equipment. Adapting to safety protocols, learning proper climbing techniques, and efficiently using tools like chainsaws or rigging gear are key hurdles. Additionally, apprentices must quickly develop strong communication skills to coordinate with ground crews and experienced climbers, ensuring safe and effective teamwork. With time and guidance, most apprentices gain confidence and proficiency as they become more comfortable in varied outdoor environments.

What are Tree Climber Apprentices?

Tree Climber Apprentices are entry-level workers who assist experienced arborists or tree climbers in maintaining, trimming, and removing trees. They learn how to safely use climbing gear, operate tools like chainsaws, and follow safety procedures while working at heights. Apprentices gain hands-on experience under supervision, building the skills necessary to advance to more senior roles in tree care and arboriculture.

What is the difference between Tree Climber Apprentice vs Tree Trimmer?

AspectTree Climber ApprenticeTree Trimmer
CertificationsOSHA safety training, climbing certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment operation
Work EnvironmentClimbing trees, working at heights, outdoorGround or bucket work, trimming and pruning
Job FocusLearning climbing techniques, safety, and riggingPruning, shaping, and removing branches

Tree Climber Apprentices primarily focus on learning climbing skills and safety procedures, often working at heights and gaining hands-on experience. Tree Trimmers typically perform pruning and trimming tasks, often from the ground or using bucket trucks. Both roles require safety certifications and are essential in tree care, but apprentices are in training, while trimmers are more experienced workers.

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Infographic showing various Tree Climber Apprentice job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Full Time, 84% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $51,611 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Tree Care Grounds-person Bilingual English/Spanish

The Professional Tree Care Company

Richmond, CA • On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Location: Richmond, CA (must live within 30 minutes)  
Position: Entry-level/Apprenticeship: Grounds-person or Landscape to Certified Tree Climber  
Type: Full-time + Benefits
About the role  
Join a hands-on tree care crew as a Groundsperson. You’ll start assisting certified climbers and crews on site, learn tree work safety and techniques, and progress through a self-paced apprenticeship to become a certified professional tree climber at your own pace and with the assistance of crew leads. 
Requirements (must-have)  
- High school diploma or GED  (Please note date of GED certificate or graduation year on your resume!)
- Minimum 7 years of work experience in ANY FIELD, preferably outdoors.   
- Current, clean California Driver’s License  
- Live within 30 minutes of Richmond, CA  
- Physically fit and able to perform manual outdoor labor (lift, climb, stand for up to 8 hours per day). Work in direct sun, rain, hot and cold weather year-round  
- Reliable personal transportation to the job site in Richmond. Our worksites are inaccessible by public transit
- Clean criminal background for past 10 years
Preferred  
- Prior outdoor work experience (landscaping, arboriculture, construction, etc.)  
- Bilingual English/Spanish, or enough “tree care Spanish” to work alongside a Spanish-only speaking crew
- Experience driving and backing up a large chipper truck while towing a trailer
What we offer  
- Reliable, year-round work. We are ALWAYS BUSY and now entering our busiest season
- $21.00 per hour + Kaiser/medical, Delta Dental, and optical insurance after 90 days of employment. 5 sick day, 5 paid holidays, and PTO (Paid Time Off) earned as you go
- On-the-job training and a self-paced apprenticeship to becoming a climber (see ISA-arbor.com)   
- Hands-on experience with grounds-keeping, landscape, and tree care equipment plus safety practices  
- Opportunity for career growth into a certified professional climber
How to apply  
Update your resume so it shows all of the jobs you have had for the past SEVEN YEARS since A MINIMUM OF SEVEN YEARS of WORK EXPERIENCE is REQUIRED. If you have done ANY TYPE of OUTDOOR WORK EXPERIENCE (Gardening, washing cars, hauling, working in the trades, farming, etc.) please include this work on your resume. Next, confirm that you meet the location, license, and transportation requirements. Include language skills.
Jardinero, Paisaje o Trepador de árboles. Debe poder hablar inglés con fluidez.
 
  • Ubicación: Richmond, CA (debe vivir a 30 minutos)
  • Puesto: Nivel inicial/Aprendizaje: Auxiliar de jardinería o paisajismo a Trepador certificado de árboles
  • Tipo: Tiempo completo + Beneficios

Sobre el puesto
Únete a un equipo práctico de cuidado de árboles como Auxiliar de Jardinería. Comenzarás asistiendo a trepadores certificados y a las cuadrillas en el sitio, aprenderás seguridad y técnicas de trabajo con árboles, y avanzarás mediante un aprendizaje autodirigido para convertirte en trepador profesional certificado a tu propio ritmo con la ayuda de los líderes de cuadrilla.
Requisitos (obligatorios)
- Diploma de escuela secundaria o GED (¡Indica la fecha del certificado GED o el año de graduación en tu currículum!)
- Mínimo 7 años de experiencia laboral en CUALQUIER CAMPO, preferiblemente al aire libre.
- Licencia de conducir de California vigente y sin infracciones
- Vivir dentro de 30 minutos de Richmond, CA
- En buen estado físico y capaz de realizar trabajo manual al aire libre (levantar, trepar, estar de pie hasta 8 horas por día). Trabajar bajo sol, lluvia, calor y frío todo el año.
- Transporte personal confiable hasta el lugar de trabajo en Richmond. Nuestros sitios de trabajo no son accesibles por transporte público.
- Antecedentes penales limpios en los últimos 10 años
Preferido
- Experiencia previa en trabajos al aire libre (paisajismo, arboricultura, construcción, etc.)
- Bilingüe inglés/español, o suficiente “español de cuidado de árboles” para trabajar con una cuadrilla que solo habla español
- Experiencia manejando y retrocediendo camión astillador grande mientras remolca un remolque
Qué ofrecemos
- Trabajo confiable durante todo el año. Siempre estamos ocupados y entramos en nuestra temporada más activa.
- $21.00 por hora + seguro médico Kaiser, dental Delta y óptico después de 90 días de empleo. 5 días por enfermedad, 5 días festivos pagados y PTO (tiempo libre pagado) acumulable.
- Capacitación en el puesto y un aprendizaje autodirigido para convertirse en trepador (ver ISA-arbor.com)
- Experiencia práctica con mantenimiento de áreas verdes, paisajismo y equipos de cuidado de árboles, además de prácticas de seguridad
- Oportunidad de crecimiento profesional hasta convertirse en trepador certificado
Cómo postular
Actualiza tu currículum para que muestre todos los empleos que has tenido en los ÚLTIMOS SIETE AÑOS, ya que SE REQUIERE UN MÍNIMO DE SIETE AÑOS DE EXPERIENCIA LABORAL. Si has realizado CUALQUIER TIPO de trabajo al aire libre (jardinería, lavado de autos, mudanzas, trabajos en oficios, agricultura, etc.), inclúyelo. Luego confirma que cumples los requisitos de ubicación, licencia y transporte. Indica tus habilidades lingüísticas.
 

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