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BrightView

Tree Climber

Long Grove, IL · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Perform intermediate tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in ... Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (during emergency work, mandatory ...

BrightView Landscapes

Tree Climber

Lake Zurich, IL

$25 - $33/hr

Perform intermediate tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in ... Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (during emergency work, mandatory ...

Kendall Vegetation Services

Climber : Gary, IN

Gary, IN · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

Must be able to administer and implement emergency rescue techniques, including tree rescue and all applicable first aid techniques * Must be familiar with electrical hazards and appropriate ...

Dollar Tree

Technician III - Weekend Shift

Joliet, IL · On-site

$35 - $42/hr

As a Maintenance Technician III at Dollar Tree's Distribution Center, you'll serve as a multi ... Develop and execute work plans for emergency repair of critical assets Systems & Process Management:

Aspire Chicago

Senior Maintenance Technician

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$26 - $26.44/hr

Complete Facility Tree work orders including, but not limited to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, ... Responsible for after-hours emergency work orders in Aspire buildings and residences. * Assist in ...

Dollartree

Technician III - Weekend Shift

Joliet, IL · On-site

$35 - $42/hr

As a Maintenance Technician III at Dollar Tree's Distribution Center,you'llserve as a multi-skilled ... Develop and execute work plans for emergency repair of critical assets Systems & Process Management:

Aspire of Illinois

Maintenance Technician

Hillside, IL · On-site

$23/hr

Complete facility Tree work orders including, but not limited to plumbing, light carpentry, moving ... Be responsible for on-call emergency work orders in Aspire buildings and residences. * Recognize ...

Aspire Chicago

Maintenance Technician

Hillside, IL · On-site

Complete facility Tree work orders including, but not limited to plumbing, light carpentry, moving ... Be responsible for on-call emergency work orders in Aspire buildings and residences. * Recognize ...

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How much do tree emergency jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree emergency in Chicago, IL is $21.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.60 and $23.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Tree Emergency vs Tree Trimmer?

AspectTree EmergencyTree Trimmer
Required CredentialsBasic safety training, possibly OSHA certificationClimbing certification, arborist certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentUrgent, high-risk situations, often outdoors during storms or emergenciesScheduled, routine trimming and pruning, regular outdoor work
Employer & Industry UsageEmergency response teams, arborists, tree service companiesTree service companies, landscaping firms, municipal parks

Tree Emergency specialists focus on urgent, high-risk situations requiring immediate action, often during storms or after storm damage. Tree Trimmers perform routine pruning, trimming, and maintenance tasks in scheduled work environments. While both roles involve working with trees outdoors, Tree Emergency workers handle urgent scenarios, whereas Tree Trimmers focus on regular tree care.

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Tree Climber

BrightView

Long Grove, IL • On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

BrightView Landscapes rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 91 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 36 rated gardening and landscaping

Job description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
Job Summary
  • Climber II is an intermediate level climber position responsible for working in trees to perform general tree care including pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection, and tree removals. Supports team in site clearing and chipping tree debris and disposing of tree debris.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform intermediate tree care operations such as pruning and limb removal on the ground and in small to large-sized trees (up to 100 feet in height)
  • Access a tree safely according to company protocols after having made all the necessary inspections and assessments. Safely and efficiently move throughout the canopy and remove branches and entire trees without causing damage or injury
  • Intermediate skills in the safe operation of powered equipment such as chippers, trucks, and blowers
  • Intermediate to advanced chainsaw skills and proficiency in both ground-based and canopy-based chainsaw techniques
  • Effectively use hand tools such as hand saws, pole pruners, pole saws, rakes, and shovels to perform tree care tasks
  • Effectively design and configure basic rigging systems to facilitate the safe removal of branches and entire trees
  • Use task specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to industry standards and company protocols
  • Maintain safe and organized work zone
  • Effectively implement plans to prevent property damage and personal injury during tree care operations.

Education and Experience:
  • Demonstration of role specific skills or verifiable requisite experience
  • Able to successfully follow directions and established procedures related to roping and rigging, maintenance of equipment, adjustments to equipment, and reporting malfunctioning equipment
  • Read and interpret documents such as sales orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Ability to perform mathematical operations (add, subtract, multiply and divide) using weight measurement, volume, and distance. Ability to calculate or estimate weight, volume and distance related to arboricultural field operations
  • Apply critical thinking skills to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Effective communication skills
    • Communicate using hand signals with climbers to ensure safety and to perform work within acceptable standards
    • Communicate verbally with the general public to direct them safely around the work area
  • Able to become certified in EHAP, First-Aid and CPR
  • Strong work ethic

Physical Demands/Requirements:
  • Work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (during emergency work, mandatory overtime, after-hours, weekends, and holiday work may be required).
  • Ability to bend, stoop and twist continuously throughout the day

Work Environment:
  • Work outdoors in extreme conditions near automotive traffic and direct sunlight
  • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
  • Requires protective clothing and personal devices: Eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, ear plugs, long sleeved shirts, and work boots

Brightview Landscapes LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Compensation Pay Range:
THE PAY RANGE FOR THIS ROLE IS $25-$33 PER HOUR AND WILL BE DETERMINED AT THE TIME AN OFFER IS MADE BASED ON PREVIOUS RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS YOU HOLD.
BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
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