Arborist Climber

Summary

Spend your days outdoors, tackle rewarding challenges, and enjoy a view that few people ever get to see. As an Arborist Climber, you'll work on residential and commercial properties throughout the South Okanagan, applying specialized skills as part of a team dedicated to scientific tree and shrub care. This is an opportunity to take on increasingly complex work, grow your career, and be part of a supportive team culture that values safety, professionalism, and continuous learning. 

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
• RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases
• Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $200
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett. 

Responsibilities

As an Arborist Climber, you will play an important role in:

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader and Local Manager
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Pruning
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Rigging
  • Removals
  • Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location : Name

Summerland

Location : State/Province

BC

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: Canada Careers

10/26/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time