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Tree Climber

Tree Care Partners LLC
Thurmont, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
Job Posting TitleTree Climber
Job Description

About the Role:

As a Tree Climber, you will be responsible for climbing trees to perform pruning, trimming, and removal of branches or limbs. You will work with a team of professionals to ensure the safety of yourself and others while performing these tasks. Your main goal will be to maintain the health and appearance of trees while ensuring the safety of the surrounding environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a tree climber or related field
  • Ability to climb trees and work at heights
  • Knowledge of tree species and their growth habits
  • Familiarity with equipment such as chainsaws and chippers
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to climb trees and work at heights
  • Knowledge of tree species and their growth habits
  • Familiarity with equipment such as chainsaws and chippers
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification as an arborist or tree worker
  • Experience with tree care and maintenance
  • Ability to identify and diagnose tree diseases and pests
  • Experience with rigging and dismantling large trees
  • Experience with crane-assisted tree removal
  • 2 years of experience as a Tree Climber

Responsibilities:

  • Climbing trees to perform pruning, trimming, and removal of branches or limbs
  • Using ropes, harnesses, and other equipment to safely climb and work in trees
  • Operating and maintaining equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders
  • Communicating with team members and clients to ensure job requirements are met
  • Following safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment

Compensation:

  • Pay is notated as starting pay (negotiable), it may increase depending on skill and years of experience

Skills:

As a Tree Climber, you will need to have excellent climbing and physical abilities, as well as knowledge of tree species and their growth habits. You will also need to be skilled in the use of equipment such as chainsaws and chippers. Additionally, you will need to have strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and clients. Finally, you will need to be able to follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and others.

Benefits:

Medical
Dental
Vision
HSA
PTO
401K

Include shift schedule
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Include budgeted hours
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