Reliable Tree Service

Company Description Reliable Tree Service specializes in commercial and residential arboricultural services, providing professional tree care to a wide range of clients. The team focuses on safe, high-quality work, from routine maintenance to complex removals. Reliable Tree Service values skilled arborists who take pride in preserving tree health and enhancing landscapes. The company offers opportunities to work outdoors, develop technical climbing skills, and grow a long-term career in tree care.

Role Description This full-time Climbing Arborist role is an on-site position based in Olathe, KS. The Climbing Arborist will perform tree pruning, removals, and canopy maintenance using climbing techniques, ropes, and aerial equipment in accordance with industry safety standards. Daily tasks include assessing tree structure and health, setting up safe work zones, operating chainsaws and other hand tools, rigging and lowering limbs, and cleaning up job sites. The role also involves collaborating with crew members, following supervisor instructions, and communicating clearly with clients and team members to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Forestry and Arboriculture practices, including safe work methods and tree care standards.
• Ability to perform Tree Identification and assess Trees for health, structure, and risk.
• Certified Arborist credential (ISA or equivalent) or progress toward certification is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in climbing techniques, rope and rigging systems, and safe chainsaw and equipment operation.
• Strong awareness of job-site safety, including use of PPE and adherence to industry regulations.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks at heights.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills; reliability and punctuality are essential.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record; CDL is a plus.
• Previous experience as a climbing arborist or in professional tree care is preferred.
• Reliable Tree Service is a drug free workplace and requires pre employment drug screening.