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Climbing arborist Jobs at Provision Arbor cAre

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We’re looking for an experienced arborist who takes pride in excellent work and enjoys leading a team in the field. Provision Arbor Care is hiring an Arborist Climber & Crew Leader to help guide daily operations, support crew development, and deliver thoughtful, high-quality tree care for our clients.

If you’ve been searching for arborist jobs where you can take ownership, grow your skills, and work with a supportive crew, this role may be a great fit. You’ll spend your time climbing, pruning, rigging, and removing trees, while also planning jobs, mentoring crew members, and making sure work is completed safely and efficiently.

At Provision Arbor Care, we care about doing things the right way for our clients, their trees, and our team. We emphasize safety, professionalism, and long-term growth, and we work hard to create an environment where skilled arborists like you can continue learning, leading, and doing work they’re proud of.

arborist Climber Job Description & Details

As an Arborist Climber & Crew Leader, you’ll play a central role in our field operations—this is one of our core arborist jobs. You’ll lead a crew, execute technical tree work, and help ensure every job is completed safely, efficiently, and professionally.

Position Highlights:

  • Full-time, hourly position

  • Hiring range: $26–$40 per hour

  • Field-based leadership role

  • Hands-on climbing and production work

  • 3-month provisional period

Responsibilities Include:

  • Leading and supervising climbers and ground crew

  • Performing climbing, rigging, pruning, and removals

  • Planning job execution and coordinating equipment

  • Running daily safety meetings and enforcing protocols

  • Training and mentoring crew members

  • Communicating with customers onsite

  • Tracking job progress and crew performance

  • Maintaining job documentation and reporting

Qualifications We’re Looking For:

  • ISA Certified Arborist credential (required)

  • Minimum 2 years arboriculture experience

  • Strong climbing and rigging proficiency

  • Leadership experience or readiness to lead

  • Knowledge of ANSI A300, ANSI Z133, OSHA safety standards, and ISA management practices

  • Ability to perform physically demanding work

  • CDL Class A preferred

For a full breakdown of responsibilities and expectations, review the complete job description:

View Full Job Description (PDF)

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ABOUT pROVISION aRBOR cARE

Provision Arbor Care was founded to provide thoughtful, high-quality tree care in the St. Louis area with honesty, professionalism, and strong client relationships. We believe tree care should be educational, collaborative, and rooted in long-term stewardship, not just quick service.

Our crews are made up of skilled professionals who care about safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We invest in training, follow industry best practices for arborist jobs, and work hard to create a supportive environment where our team members can grow in their skills and take pride in their work.

Interested? Apply Today!

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