Hybrid Climber / Sales Arborist

Hybrid Climber / Sales Arborist Joshua Tree Experts - 3.1 Raleigh, NC Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $110,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Plant identification Customer communication Aerial lift for tree climbing Tree cutting Bucket operation Driver's License Rigging Bucket truck Full Job Description Do you love being in the canopy but want to start building your skills in estimating and sales? Joshua Tree Experts , the Raleigh/Durham area's premier outdoor home service company, is actively hiring a Hybrid Climber / Sales Arborist . This role is the perfect transition for an experienced climber who wants the best of both worlds: keeping your hands on the saw while learning how to quote jobs, consult with clients, and drive revenue. The Schedule (3 Days Canopy / 2 Days Consulting): This is a structured hybrid role. Three days a week, you are in the saddle, running advanced rigging and leading the production crew. Two days a week, you are walking properties, diagnosing tree health, and closing deals.

Choose Your Own Path:

We built this role for flexibility. If you love the 3/2 split, you can stay in this hybrid mode permanently. If you eventually decide you want to hang up your saddle and transition into a full-time Arborist Account Manager, the path is wide open. You dictate your career trajectory.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

Production (3 Days/Week):

Advanced ClimbingRigging:

Execute safe, efficient, and technically advanced pruning and tree removals .

Crew Leadership:

Lead by example on the job site. You know what it takes to get a job done efficiently, and you help set the pace and safety standards for the ground crew.

EquipmentSafety:

Ensure all climbing gear, rigging equipment, and chainsaws are inspected and maintained to industry safety standards. SalesEstimating (2 Days/Week):

Client Consultations:

Meet with high-end residential and commercial clients to assess their property, diagnose tree health issues, and identify hazards.

EstimatingClosing:

Build accurate, profitable quotes for tree care, plant health care, and removals. Follow up with clients and close contracts.

Territory Building:

Actively prospect and build relationships in your local Raleigh/Durham territory to generate your own leads and keep your pipeline full. What You'll Need to Succeed (Requirements):

Experience:

3+ years of professional, hands-on climbing and bucket truck experience in the tree care industry. You must be highly proficient in advanced rigging and safe removal techniques.

Knowledge:

Deep understanding of tree biology, local species identification, and proper pruning standards.

Credentials:

ISA Certified Arborist credential is required (or the ability/willingness to obtain it within your first 6 months-we will sponsor this).

Communication:

You must be able to flip the switch from talking to a blue-collar crew to professionally advising an affluent homeowner.

Driving:

Valid Driver's License and clean driving record. What Joshua Tree Provides for

You:

Year-Round Stability:

Full-time, year-round employment. We do not do seasonal layoffs.

Lucrative Compensation:

A strong hourly rate/base salary for your production days, plus a competitive commission structure for your sales days.

Career Flexibility:

The freedom to stay hybrid or transition to full-time sales when you are ready.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (coverage kicks in after the initial probationary period) .

Time Off:

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days to ensure a great work/life balance.

Paid Training:

We invest heavily in your professional growth, including paid training and industry certifications.