Arborist Climbers Canada

Bartlett Tree Experts has been in business for over 110 years. We are the largest family-owned tree care company in North America with over 120 offices in the USA Canada and Europe. We pride ourselves in offering scientific tree care and have unmatched resources with the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory.

What are you looking for in an arboricultural career Do you want to make a lasting impact Gain expertise via access to breakthrough research and development Or would you like to advance as far as your hard work and ambitions will take you Bartlett Tree Experts headquartered at 4370 Interurban Road Victoria BC V9E 2C4 offers all of that and more. As the oldest largest and premier scientific tree and shrub care company in the world our people thrive in a safety-first entrepreneurial promote-from-within environment. Join our family-owned company - and make our next success story your own.

We are seeking experienced Arborist Climbers who have a passion for preserving and caring for trees.

Position Title: Arborist Climber

Number of Positions: 2

Pay Rate: $36.60/hr - $38.00/hr based on experience

Job type: Full time permanent 40 hours per week

Job Location: 6973 Doumont Road Nanaimo BC V9T 5P9. May be required to travel outside of Nanaimo as part of the role.

Language of Work: English

We offer competitive compensation as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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

• Perform all required ground climbing and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments as directed by crew leader
• Demonstrate high safety standards sound tree risk assessment skills equipment inspection skills proper application of approved knots proper climbing techniques and procedures proper pruning and small removal skills and proper rigging skills
• Assist with driving backing dumping and parking duties as required
• Learn understand and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies and participate in safety training sessions
• Maintain assigned company gear and equipment
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with crew members and crew leader
• Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor Arborist Representative or Local Manager

• Minimum 1 year of experience climbing with arborist approved climbing system and bucket operation in the tree care industry.
• Valid drivers license and clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Secondary school required
• Formal training or qualifications in chainsaw maintenance and cutting aerial cutting using chainsaw and felling and processing trees required
• Degree or Diploma in Arboriculture Forestry Horticulture Plant Science Landscape Management Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in English language

If you are someone who is looking for a long-term future with a great company submit your resume by email at and come join our winning team.

Contact Information:

Bartlett Tree Experts
6973 Doumont Road Nanaimo BC V9T 5P9

We promote equal employment opportunities for all job applicants including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:Apprentices Indigenous people Persons with disabilities Newcomers to Canada Youth. Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada the employer will not consider your job application.