Arborist Jobs in Brookline, MA

An Arborist, also known as a Tree Surgeon, plays a crucial role in the landscaping industry. They are responsible for maintaining, pruning, and removing trees and shrubs in all settings, from parks and forests to urban and suburban landscapes. Their work often involves diagnosing and treating tree diseases, ensuring their healthy growth, and mitigating potential risks related to tree growth in populated areas. Arborists may also be involved in planning and implementing tree planting initiatives, contributing to landscape design, and offering consultancy services about tree species selection, placement, and care.

Arborists should have a strong knowledge of tree biology and the skills to use specialized equipment safely. Critical thinking, good physical health, and detail orientation are essential, as the work often involves problem-solving and attention to minute details. Certifications like Certified Arborist (CA) from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) are advantageous and often required. Before becoming an Arborist, a person might have roles such as a Groundskeeper, a Landscape Technician, or a Tree Care Specialist, where they would gain significant experience and knowledge of plant care, landscaping, and horticulture.

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Arborist Crew Leader

  • Davey Tree
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural...

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Climbing Arborist

  • Davey Tree
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients....

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Sales Arborist

  • SavATree
  • Lincoln, MA (11 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lincoln, MA (11 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 12 days ago

A degree in Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Plant or Environmental Sciences, or Landscape Management is preferred, but not required....

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Arborist Ground Person

  • Bartlett Tree Experts
  • Billerica, MA (16 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (16 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 23 days ago

experience is preferred but not required Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science...

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Arborist

  • Beverly, MA (21 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beverly, MA (21 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary This role is responsible for performing daily operations, as well as seasonal and annual maintenance tasks for all municipal and school facility trees, shrubs, plantings and other...

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Arborist Crew Leader

  • Bartlett Tree Experts
  • Ashland, MA (17 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ashland, MA (17 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities As an Arborist Crew Leader, you will play an important role in: Safely performing and supervising all aspects of arboriculture, including: Pruning Cabling and bracing Rigging Removals...

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Arborist

  • Mariani Enterprises, LLC
  • Medway, MA (19 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Medway, MA (19 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

From ground person to experienced Certified Arborist and/or climber....

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Tree Surgeon/ Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator/ Public Works Laborer

  • City of Somerville
  • Somerville, MA (4 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Somerville, MA (4 miles from Brookline, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair and care of trees and shrubbery. Climbs trees and performs maintenance work such as preventing or repairing limb or...

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Demographic Data for Brookline, MA

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Salary for Arborist Jobs in Brookline, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Arborist positions.



Highest Education Level

Arborists in Brookline, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.6%
Master's Degree
8.3%
Some College
3.0%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Arborists in Brookline, MA
None
21.5%
10+ years
20.2%
2-4 years
18.2%
Less than 1 year
18.1%
8-10 years
14.5%
1-2 years
5.7%
6-8 years
1.9%


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