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City of Atlanta

Tree Trimmer II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65K/yr

Parks & Recreation Tree Trimmer II Posting: June 7, 2026 Salary: $65,000 annually General Description and Classification Standards: Serves as a worker on a tree trimming crew. This position is the ...

City of Atlanta

Tree Trimmer II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65K/yr

Parks & Recreation Tree Trimmer II Posting: June 7, 2026 Salary: $65,000 annually General Description and Classification Standards: Serves as a worker on a tree trimming crew. This position is the ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Service Groundsman

Savannah, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and reliable Groundsman to support our tree care operations. This position is crucial to the success of the crew, assisting with ground-level tasks ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Service Groundsman

Savannah, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and reliable Groundsman to support our tree care operations. This position is crucial to the success of the crew, assisting with ground-level tasks ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Service Groundsman

Savannah, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Position Overview We are seeking a motivated and reliable Groundsman to support our tree care operations. This position is crucial to the success of the crew, assisting with ground-level tasks ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Care Crew Lead

Roswell, GA · On-site

$37 - $45/hr

Caldwell Tree Care is hiring an experienced Lead Climber to join our team. This role is for a seasoned professional who can step in and lead a crew from day one. What You'll Do * Lead and manage a ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Care Crew Lead

Roswell, GA · On-site

Salary: $37-$45 per hour Caldwell Tree Care is hiring an experienced Lead Climber to join our team. This role is for a seasoned professional who can step in and lead a crew from day one. What Youll ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Care Crew Lead

Roswell, GA · On-site

$37 - $45/hr

Caldwell Tree Care is hiring an experienced Lead Climber to join our team. This role is for a seasoned professional who can step in and lead a crew from day one. What You'll Do * Lead and manage a ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Service Groundsman

Roswell, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Groundsman to support our tree care operations. This position is crucial to the success of the crew, assisting with ground-level tasks, equipment handling, and ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Service Groundsman

Roswell, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

Salary: We are seeking a motivated and reliable Groundsman to support our tree care operations. This position is crucial to the success of the crew, assisting with ground-level tasks, equipment ...

Tree Guardians

Tree Service Groundsman

Roswell, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Groundsman to support our tree care operations. This position is crucial to the success of the crew, assisting with ground-level tasks, equipment handling, and ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber

Tucker, GA · On-site

$20 - $27.50/hr

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber

Augusta, GA

$17.50 - $24/hr

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber

Savannah, GA

$19.75 - $27.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber

Savannah, GA · On-site

$19.75 - $27.25/hr

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber

Tucker, GA

$20 - $27.50/hr

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care ...

Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Climber

Augusta, GA · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

As an Arborist Climber, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew with the primary responsibility of tree climbing and assisting Arborist Crew Leaders in performing all tree and shrub care ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for tree in Georgia is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.89 and $28.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Tree vs Arborist?

AspectTreeArborist
CredentialsMay include basic horticulture or forestry certificationsTypically requires ISA Certified Arborist credential
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, in parks, forests, urban areasOutdoor, specialized in tree care and maintenance
Industry UsageGeneral term for woody plants and forestrySpecific profession focused on tree health and safety
Common Search IntentGeneral info about treesTree care, pruning, removal, and health assessment

While "Tree" refers broadly to woody plants and the general concept of trees, an "Arborist" is a trained professional specializing in tree care, health, and safety. Arborists often hold certifications and perform specific tasks like pruning, diagnosing diseases, and safely removing trees. Understanding this difference helps in finding the right services or career information related to tree management.

What are tree jobs?

Tree jobs refer to occupations that involve the care, maintenance, and management of trees. This can include roles such as arborists, tree climbers, tree trimmers, and tree removal specialists. Professionals in these jobs may assess tree health, prune branches, remove hazardous trees, or plant new ones. Their work is essential for maintaining healthy urban forests, ensuring public safety, and preserving the environment.
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Tree Trimmer II

Tree Trimmer II

City of Atlanta

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$65K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

City Of Atlanta (Georgia) rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

299th of 646 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Parks & Recreation

Tree Trimmer II

Posting:  June 7, 2026

Salary: $65,000 annually

General Description and Classification Standards: 

Serves as a worker on a tree trimming crew. This position is the advanced journey level of the tree trimming series, which provides expertise in pruning trees, and removing limbs or trees from Parks Recreation and Cultural Affairs regulated areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

  • Prune trees and remove limbs safely and efficiently.
  • Evaluate work sites to determine appropriate tools, methods, and safety needs.
  • Maintain, operate, and inspect equipment to ensure proper functionality.
  • Complete and process required paperwork associated with daily tasks and projects.
  • Provide general direction on work assignments to crew members.
  • Monitor and guide the work of other crew members to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
  • Supervise a crew in the absence of the Forestry Crew Supervisor.
  • Work independently and exercise significant judgment and decision-making on routine assignments.
  • Use limited discretion when responding to emergency or urgent situations.
  • Report to the Forestry Crew Supervisor, who evaluates performance based on results achieved.

Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience

Must obtain a Class B Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of hire.

Must have at least 2 years of experience in removing trees by climbing with and without tree spikes.

Must be able to operate various types of tree operations equipment (Bucket Truck, Chipper Truck, Dump Truck and Chain Saws)

Licensures and Certifications

Valid Georgia driver's license required. 

Lifting Requirements:  

Heavy work:  Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. 

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