Landscape Arborist - Estimator
Landscape Arborist - Estimator
Posted on :
07-06-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 75000 - 85000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
07-06-2025
Job Description
Location: San Jose CA
Reports to: Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview:
The Landscape Arborist - Estimator will be responsible for assessing new tree care projects estimating the cost and time required for completion and preparing bids for potential clients. This role requires in-depth knowledge of tree species a strong background in tree trimming and maintenance and the ability to evaluate the scope of work for tree removal pruning or treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Job Estimation & Bidding:
- Visit client sites to assess tree work requirements including tree trimming removal pruning and other related services.
- Estimate the time labor and materials needed for each project considering tree species size and complexity of the work.
- Prepare competitive bids and pricing proposals for new tree work jobs ensuring accuracy and profitability.
- Communicate project details and cost estimates to clients in a clear professional manner.
- Tree Species Knowledge & Assessment:
- Identify various species of trees and their specific care needs hazards or challenges.
- Make recommendations for the appropriate course of action based on tree health location and client preferences.
- Tree Trimming & Maintenance Background:
- Use prior experience as a tree trimmer to accurately assess the complexity and time required for each job.
- Provide insight into the safest and most efficient ways to carry out tree-related tasks drawing on personal field experience.
- Collaboration & Reporting:
- Collaborate with the tree care crew and project managers to ensure that estimates align with available resources and team capabilities.
- Provide detailed reports and documentation of estimates and bids to the operations team for review and approval.
Qualifications:
- Experience:
- At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience in tree trimming pruning or removal.
- Prior experience estimating or bidding for landscape or tree care jobs is preferred.
- Knowledge of Arbor Note and similar tree estimating software
- Skills:
- Strong knowledge of tree species common to the Bay Area and their respective maintenance needs.
- Ability to estimate the time and resources required for complex tree trimming removal or care projects.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain project estimates and recommendations clearly to clients.
- Attention to detail in assessing tree conditions and project requirements.
- Certifications:
- ISA Certified Arborist (Required).
- Relevant certifications or training in arboriculture or tree care.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to travel to job sites and assess work conditions in various outdoor environments.
- Comfortable working in the field with occasional tree trimming or pruning as needed.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Company vehicle for site visits.
- Ongoing training and certification support.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter to Please include Landscape Arborist - Estimator Application Your Name in the subject line.
Bay Pro is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Compensation: $75000.00 - $85000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
For the past 30 years the owner managers and supervisors at Bay Pro have been involved with managing landscape maintenance operations for some of the best known landscape maintenance contractors in the Bay Area. At one time or another weve worked on many of the high profile properties located in the Bay Area.
We have completed many successful landscape renovation projects in last 11 years. It is exciting to convert the older high water use lawns ivy and aged plantings to new landscapes featuring colorful drought tolerant modern plant materials and drip irrigation. Along with increased attractiveness and curb appeal property owners appreciate the ROI associated with the sustainability and water cost savings of their new landscapes.
Success in business come down to people and process. For Bay Pro it is a shared team vision and the understanding that we all play a critical role in the Bay Pro Way of conducting expectations be professional be supportive be a team player.
Our message is being support the needs of the professional property manager and our clients trust us to provide consistent quality prompt response and cost effective solutions to increase curb appeal marketability and amenities.
We have completed many successful landscape renovation projects in last 11 years. It is exciting to convert the older high water use lawns ivy and aged plantings to new landscapes featuring colorful drought tolerant modern plant materials and drip irrigation. Along with increased attractiveness and curb appeal property owners appreciate the ROI associated with the sustainability and water cost savings of their new landscapes.
Success in business come down to people and process. For Bay Pro it is a shared team vision and the understanding that we all play a critical role in the Bay Pro Way of conducting expectations be professional be supportive be a team player.
Our message is being support the needs of the professional property manager and our clients trust us to provide consistent quality prompt response and cost effective solutions to increase curb appeal marketability and amenities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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