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Tree Inspector Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

Arbor Crew Leader

Kent, WA ยท On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE | MONARCH TREE SERVICES Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful ... Inspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problems * Clean, sharpen, and lubricate ...

Arbor Crew Leader

Kent, WA ยท On-site

$23 - $34/hr

NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE | MONARCH TREE SERVICES Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful ... Inspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problems * Clean, sharpen, and lubricate ...

Arbor Crew Lead

Kent, WA ยท On-site

$24 - $35/hr

MONARCH TREE SERVICES Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in ... Inspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problems * Clean, sharpen, and lubricate ...

Arbor Crew Lead

Kent, WA

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

MONARCH TREE SERVICES Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in ... Inspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problems * Clean, sharpen, and lubricate ...

Delivery Driver

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$16.28 - $19/hr

... tree-free moving boxes). Delivery Driver Responsibilities: * Deliver our reusable plastic moving ... Maintain cleanliness of truck, perform pre and post-trip inspections of truck daily, and add fuel ...

Seasonal Parks Operations Worker

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$26.77 - $32.62/hr

E Assist with tree removal and maintenance work for trees on City property including City parks and related facilities. E Assist in the inspection of parks for damage, vandalism, graffiti, broken ...

Support turbopump testing, data review, inspections, and go/no-go's * Own performance trending of ... Conduct fault tree investigations and root cause analysis Qualifications * Demonstrated experience ...

... of the tree-lined road. We come from near and far to be up on the mountain because it's an ... Inspect equipment for safety concerns * Promote and market activit y options to our guests * Help ...

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How much do tree inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree inspector in Seattle, WA is $31.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.06 and $35.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a Tree Inspector might face during field inspections?

Tree Inspectors often encounter challenges such as identifying subtle signs of disease or pest infestations, especially when symptoms are not immediately visible. Working outdoors means adapting to various weather conditions and navigating difficult terrain to access trees on public and private properties. Additionally, Tree Inspectors must communicate findings clearly to both property owners and municipal staff, sometimes needing to explain recommended actions or regulations. Balancing fieldwork with timely and accurate report writing is also a key aspect of the role.

What are tree inspectors?

Tree inspectors are professionals who assess the health, safety, and condition of trees in urban, suburban, or rural environments. They examine trees for signs of disease, pest infestation, structural weaknesses, and other hazards. Tree inspectors often work for local governments, utilities, or landscaping firms, and may be responsible for recommending maintenance, removal, or preservation actions. Their work helps ensure public safety and the long-term health of community trees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tree Inspector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tree Inspector, you need expertise in arboriculture, tree identification, pest and disease recognition, and often a degree or certification in forestry or a related field. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, tree management software, and equipment for field assessments is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help inspectors interact with the public and make informed recommendations. These skills are crucial for ensuring tree health, public safety, and proper urban forestry management.
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Arbor Crew Leader

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 hours ago


Job description

NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE | MONARCH TREE SERVICES


Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First!

This posting remains open year-round as we are always looking for great people to join our team! If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application and we will reach out shortly.

Job Summary

Responsible for the direction of crew activities on job site, and to provide a high quality of service and safe working environment.

Primary Duties:

  • Understand and implement job specifications for each site
  • Assign daily tasks to crew members and ensure compliance
  • Conduct daily job site safety briefing and tailgate meeting with crew
  • Safely climb trees using climbing hooks and belts, or climb ladders to access work area
  • Complete daily paperwork timely and accurately
  • Report equipment in need of repair to shop mechanic
  • Supervise safe loading and unloading of equipment
  • Assist Arbor Foreman with initial and on-going training of crews
  • Discuss job site observations with Arbor Foreman
  • Trim and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes or remove low hanging branches
  • Cable, brace, tie, bolt, stake, and guy trees and branches to provide support
  • Cut away dead and excess branches from trees using climbing equipment or buckets of extended truck books, and/or chainsaws, hooks, handsaws, shears, and clippers
  • Lower branches with ropes or block and tackle
  • Transplant and remove trees and shrubs, and prepare trees for moving
  • Safe operation of shredding and chipping equipment, including the feeding of brush and limbs into machines
  • Safe operation of arbor vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to: boom trucks, loaders, stump chippers, brush chippers, tractors, sprayers, power saws, chainsaws, pole pruners, backpack blowers, and hand tools
  • Inspect trees to determine if they have disease or pest problems
  • Clean, sharpen, and lubricate tools and equipment
  • Shows up to work each day on time; completes all tasks within time expectations; adheres to company dress code policy; wears clean clothes to work each day; follows inclement weather policy and sick leave reporting procedures

Supervisory Duties:

  • This position supervises an Arbor Crew of 2-5 employees

Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience

  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 2 years of professional tree work experience, including management of employees

Language Skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively with crew members and Arbor Foreman
  • Ability to verbally understand and communicate in English
  • Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

  • Valid driver license issued by the state where employed is strongly preferred
  • Valid ISA Certified Tree Worker Certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic tree care principals, pruning techniques, tree ID and disease ID
  • Tree climbing (above 15 feet), cabling, and safety procedures
  • Aerial rescue; safe work practices; proper PPE; hazard recognition; Dig Alert procedures and tree removal techniques; basic knots and rope operation for rigging; emergency tree rescue procedures
  • Excellent internal and external customer service skills, ensuring clients needs are met in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion by demonstrating courtesy, efficiency, and professionalism

Physical Demands:

  • Frequently climbs trees above 15 feet, and performs work on branches or truck platforms
  • Frequently required to reach, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, climb and balance on surfaces that may be narrow and/or slippery
  • Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Constantly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand and walk
  • Must be able to see at close vision, distant vision, peripherally, have depth perception and have the ability to adjust focus

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:

  • The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances
  • Company Provided Life/AD&D
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • 3 Days Paid Bereavement
  • 5 Days Paid Jury Duty
  • Employee Equity Program
  • Paid Time Off Starting at 1 week per year
  • Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
  • On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
  • Referral Bonuses Programs
  • Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
  • Education Assistance
  • Best-in-Class Learning Management System
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.

Pay range: $23.00 - 34.00


Monarch Landscaping, WA is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer.

Monarch Landscaping, WA is an On Demand Daily Pay employer.