Job Description
Job Description
Arborist
Irwindale, CA
Pierre Landscape, a Southern California leader in commercial landscape construction and maintenance, is seeking a skilled Arborist to join our team. This role is essential in maintaining the health and safety of trees and plants across our projects, ensuring work meets the highest standards of plant care, safety, and compliance.
We’re looking for a hands-on professional with arboriculture expertise who can assess tree health, oversee pruning, guide crews, and ensure proper horticultural practices are followed on every project. You’ll collaborate with Project Managers, clients, and field teams to deliver outstanding results—safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
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Tree & Plant Health: Assess and maintain tree health, identify structural concerns, pests, or disease, and recommend corrective actions.
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Arboriculture Oversight: Perform pruning, removals, and other tree care services following industry best practices.
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Site Evaluation: Conduct regular site walks to monitor tree and plant health, irrigation efficiency, and work quality.
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Crew Guidance: Coach field teams on safe tree work, proper pruning techniques, and general plant care standards.
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Safety Leadership: Champion workplace safety by enforcing company and OSHA standards and performing jobsite safety walks.
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Project Support: Assist Project Managers with planning, site logistics, and coordination of specialized tree care services.
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Documentation: Track tree maintenance, treatment logs, and site progress reports.
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Continuous Improvement: Recommend process enhancements to strengthen tree care and maintenance standards.
Qualifications & Skills
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Certified Arborist and/or strong horticultural experience required
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Proven field or crew leadership experience in arboriculture, landscape maintenance, or related field
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Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
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Knowledge of pruning standards, plant/tree health diagnostics, and irrigation systems
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Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
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Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
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Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities efficiently
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Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record
Compensation & Benefits
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Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 + annually, based on experience
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Bonus: Performance-based bonus program
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Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Fair Chance & EEO Notice
Pierre Landscape is a Fair Chance employer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in compliance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
This role requires a criminal background check due to job duties involving:
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Access to private and public work locations, including sensitive areas
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Operation of vehicles, machinery, tools, or hazardous materials
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Responsibility for client property, equipment, or secured work areas
All applicants will receive an individualized assessment of their conviction history before any employment decision is made.
Pierre Landscape provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any protected status under applicable laws.
Apply today to become a part of the Pierre Landscape team!