POSITION TITLE: production arborist

Hiring Organization/Employer:  Holmes Complete TreeCare
Application Deadline:  9/30/2026
Education Required:  

• • Minimum of 5 years of experience in tree care or arboriculture with a professional company.
  • ISA Certified Arborist certification is highly preferred.  

Location:  New Palestine, IN

Description:  

 

The Production Arborist is a versatile field professional responsible for performing all aspects of tree care, including pruning, removals, climbing and plant health care applications, in a team environment.  This position supports multiple divisions within the company and plays a key role in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality tree care services.

This is a hands-on production role with opportunities to develop leadership and management skills.

The candidate will possess the Arborist certification from ISA.

 

 

Compensation & Benefits:  

 Full-Time, Hourly

 

 

Responsibilities:  

 

• Technical Tree Work:
  • Operate and maintain specialized equipment, including chainsaws, wood chippers, stump grinders, and various hand tools.
  • Perform general maintenance on all equipment, ensuring tools are sharp, fueled, and in good working order.
  • Rake, chip, and load debris/brush onto trucks after tree work is completed.
  • Safely and accurately mix and apply chemical, biological, and other treatments, including systemic injections, soil drenching, trunk sprays, and foliar applications.
  • Calibrate and operate various types of application equipment (e.g., spray rigs, injectors, spreaders) ensuring precision and compliance with label directions.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of all applications, including products used, rates, target plants, and environmental conditions.
  • Ensure Best Management Practices are being followed and executed.
• Safety & Compliance:
  • Maintain constant vigilance and communication to ensure the safety of the entire crew and the public.
  • Follow all company and OSHA safety guidelines and proper rigging techniques.
  • Perform thorough site cleanup, including raking, sweeping, blowing, and removing all trimmings, wood chips, and other tree-related materials.  The expectation is the work zone looks better than it did prior to our arrival.
• Teamwork & Professionalism:
  • Communicate effectively with the Crew Leader, and other team members.
  • Participate actively in all required safety and training meetings.
  • Represent the company professionally, maintaining a neat appearance and respectful demeanor.
  • Be willing to learn and accept direction for skill development.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

 

• Experience & Certification:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in tree care or arboriculture with a professional company.
  • ISA Certified Arborist certification is highly preferred.  
• Technical Skills:
  • Expert knowledge of tree anatomy, and pruning best management practices required.
  • Proven expertise in advanced rigging techniques and complex tree removal in confined spaces required.
  • Proficient operation of heavy equipment (bucket truck, wood chipper, etc.) required.
• Leadership & Other:
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment.
  • Must be able to perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions.
  • Possess a clean driving record and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

 

 

 

How to Apply:  

 

 Holmesoffice@homestreecare.com

 

 

 

Contact:  

 Holmes Complete Tree Care

317-908-3510