Arborist Jobs in Leonia, NJ

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 Intern

  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Join our dynamic team of Engineers and Arborists as we work together to improve the green infrastructure of NYC!...

Arborist Liaison

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Preferred Skills Preference will be given to Certified Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture applicants....

Arborist Ground Person

  • Waldwick, NJ (12 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waldwick, NJ (12 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities As an Arborist Ground Person, you will play an important role in: Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including: Pruning trees Rigging...

Arborist - Sales Northern NJ

  • North Haledon, NJ (12 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • North Haledon, NJ (12 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Education/Training + Two or four year degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environment Sciences, Biological Sciences, or equivalent. + Valid drivers license...

Arborist Field Sales

  • Elmsford, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications What We're Looking For: Love of the outdoors Must obtain ISA Certified Arborist after hire Required: Valid driver's license Regional plant and horticulture knowledge Good people skills...

Arborist

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Candidates should be prepared to work across all five boroughs of NYC Qualifications Certified Arborist by the International Society of Arboriculture Experience in construction methods within public...

Plant & Tree Care Technician

  • Elmsford, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

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

Arborist I

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description AECOM is seeking an Arborist for New Your City including Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island....

Arborist - Sales, Scarsdale

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Education/Training + Two or four year degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Environment Sciences, Biological Sciences, or equivalent. + Valid driver's license...

Sales Arborist - Monster Tree Service of Northern NJ

  • Montvale, NJ (13 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Montvale, NJ (13 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Maintain arborist certification through continuing education credits....

Lead Arborist

  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY (7 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

The City of New York has formally entrusted the care of the Park to the Conservancy which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the...

Arborist Lead

  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries,...

Arborist

  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • White Plains, NY (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

ISA Arborist Certification; or NJ LTE (Licensed Tree Expert); or ASCA (American Society of Consulting Arborists) Preferred Qualifications ISA TRAQ Qualification Capital Contract Supervision Oversight...

Arborist Crew Leader

  • Maplewood, NJ (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (16 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 90+ 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...

Arborist Sales Trainee

  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Leonia, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record Strong interpersonal and communication skills Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science,...

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Arborist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Basics of Arboriculture
An individual tree, shrub, vine, or other perennial woody plant is the subject of arboriculture, which encompasses the cultivation, management, and study of these plants. We begin this course by...
Diplopia & Arboriculture Mastery: Vision and Tree Care
Unlock a unique blend of expertise in both vision care and arboriculture with this comprehensive course, designed to cater to healthcare professionals, aspiring arborists, and enthusiasts. This...
How to Grow Anything: Make Your Trees and Shrubs Thrive
Its easy to think of trees and shrubs as an enormous investment - one that doesnt reap immediate rewards like container gardening. But the truth is that growing them can be easier (and more...

Salary for Arborist Jobs in Leonia, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Arborist positions.



Highest Education Level

Arborists in Leonia, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
20.1%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.3%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Arborists in Leonia, NJ
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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