Arborist
Using sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques, cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health, and value of tree. Prune or treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, hand pruners, clippers, and power pruners. Works off the ground in the tree canopy and may use truck-mounted lifts.
At a Glance
Arborist. Top skills: Horticulture, Forestry, Landscape Maintenance.
Not available
Varies
Varies
N/A
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Tree Trimmers and Pruners
Median Wage
$50,430/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.3%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Horticulture
Forestry
Landscape Maintenance
Pruning
Urban Forestry
Business Development
Landscape Architecture
Cost Estimation
Commercial Real Estate
Environmental Design
Public Relations
Agriculture
Traffic Control
Contract Review
GPS Data
Data Collection
Rigging
Common Skills (9)
Detail Oriented
Management
Strong Work Ethic
Customer Service
Administrative Functions
Scheduling
Multitasking
Certifications (2)
Valid Driver's License
CDL Class B License
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
Related Pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to build these skills?
Sign up to find courses that teach these skills, track your progress, and build a skills passport aligned to Arborist.
Get Started Free