Adney Tree Service, Inc.
📍 Aptos, CA (Serving Santa Cruz County & Surrounding Areas)
🕒 Full-Time | On-Site
💰 Compensation:
- Pay based on experience, production, and leadership ability
- Raises and performance-based bonuses available
🎯 Bonuses:
- Year-end bonuses
- Additional bonuses throughout the year for climbers who prove themselves to be valuable assets
🦺 PPE provided by the company
Job Overview
Adney Tree Service is seeking an experienced Tree Climber to join our production team. This role is for a climber who can safely and efficiently perform removals and pruning while working closely with ground crew to complete jobs as scoped.
This is a career position for a professional climber who takes pride in quality work, safety, and being a reliable leader on the jobsite.
Key Responsibilities
Climbing & Aerial Operations
- Perform tree climbing for removals, pruning, and technical rigging
- Execute safe and efficient aerial cutting techniques
- Set and manage rigging systems appropriate for each job
Jobsite Leadership & Communication
- Communicate clearly with ground crew to maintain job flow and safety
- Help direct ground operations during climbs
- Lead by example with professionalism, work ethic, and safety standards
Equipment & Safety
- Safely operate chainsaws and climbing equipment aloft
- Inspect and properly use climbing gear, ropes, and rigging equipment
- Follow all company safety policies and industry best practices
Hands-On Support
- Assist with ground work when not climbing
- Support efficient job completion and clean-up
Required Experience & Qualifications
Tree Climbing Experience (Required)
- Proven experience as a professional tree climber
- Strong skills in climbing, rigging, and aerial cutting
- Comfortable working in a variety of tree species and job conditions
Safety & Professionalism
- Safety-first mindset with consistent situational awareness
- Ability to take direction and also lead when appropriate
Transportation & Driving
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Must qualify to drive company trucks
- Reliable personal transportation to and from the yard required
Physical & Job Requirements
- Ability to perform physically demanding work at height
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions
- Prepared with appropriate work clothing, food, and water for full workdays
Commitment
- Not seeking seasonal or short-term employment
- Looking for a long-term career with growth potential
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience and performance
- PPE provided by the company
- Year-end and performance-based bonuses
- Opportunity to grow into lead climber or crew leadership roles
- Stable, full-time work with a growing company
About Adney Tree Service
Adney Tree Service is a growing tree care company serving Santa Cruz County and surrounding areas. We are committed to safe operations, quality work, and building a strong team of professionals who want to grow with the company.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re an experienced climber who takes pride in safe, efficient tree work and wants to be part of a growing company with long-term opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.