Arborist Jobs in Texas

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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Tree Wise Men hiring climber Arborist

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 8 hours ago

Health insurance after 6 months Paid continuing education related to Certified Arborist...

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Podador Western Certified Arborists

  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 hours ago

West Coast Arborists, Inc. DBA Western Certified Arborists West Coast Arborists, Inc. es un lider de la industria en el mantenimiento de arboles....

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Chofer Roll Off Licencia Comercial Clase B Western Certified Arborists

  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 hours ago

West Coast Arborists, Inc. DBA Western Certified Arborists West Coast Arborists, Inc. es un lider de la industria en el mantenimiento de arboles....

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Ayudante Western Certified Arborists

  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 hours ago

West Coast Arborists, Inc. DBA Western Certified Arborists West Coast Arborists, Inc. es un lider de la industria en el mantenimiento de arboles....

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Licensed Arborist - Waco, TX -3070

  • WFF Facility Services
  • Waco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 1 day ago

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : ISA Arborist Certification is Required....

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Tree Care Specialist

  • Moon Valley Nurseries
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 2 days ago

QualificationsQualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities ISA certified arborist preferred or the ability to obtain within a year. 5+ years of professional tree care experience or 3+ years of crew...

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Arborist Ground Person

  • Bartlett Tree Experts
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 5 days ago

experience is preferred but not required Valid driver's license Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred...

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Climbing Arborist

  • Davey Tree
  • Leander, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Leander, TX
  • 6 days ago

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

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Planned Distribution Arborist Dallas / Fort Worth, TX

  • Acrt, Inc.
  • Arlington, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 7 days ago

by the tree trimming contractor in the field to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved tree trimming Determine when the next tree trimming is required Complete post audit forms indicating...

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Sales Arborist - Plant Health Care

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 days ago

Work with Landscape Maintenance Account Managers and Branch Manager to develop Tree Care programs and estimates for existing clients....

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Arborist (Full Time $17-$21 per hr.)-HES Facilities-Waco (3070)

  • HES Facilities
  • Robinson, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Robinson, TX
  • 14 days ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Two years of Arborist tree climbing experience required. High school diploma. Bachelors a plus....

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Consulting Utility Arborist Bastrop, TX

  • ACRT Inc.
  • Bastrop, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Bastrop, TX
  • 15 days ago

Our target is to identify candidates to work on utility systems as vegetation management arborists....

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Arborist II

  • University of Texas at Austin
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Performs tree care duties - Pruning, removing, brush hauling, planting, stump grinding, inspecting, fertilizing, soil work, and mulching....

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Arborist Climber

  • Bartlett Tree Experts
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Crew Leader Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including: Tree identification Tree risk assessments Pruning Removals Cabling and bracing Root collar excavations Properly maintaining and...

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Experienced Climbing Arborist

  • Davey Tree
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

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

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Demographic Data for Texas

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Salary for Arborist Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Arborist positions.



Highest Education Level

Arborists in Texas 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 Texas
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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