Class Concept
Arborists are responsible for pruning and advising others on proper tree management to ensure the safety, health, and preservation of the tree canopy. Their duties include planting, fertilizing, inspecting, and treating trees and woody plants for insect and disease control, as well as addressing structural defects and decay.These professionals remove excess branches from trees and clear away dead, damaged, diseased, unsafe, or overgrown trees and woody plants, especially around power lines and other structures. They prioritize safety by protecting vegetation, structures, and personnel from damage during pruning and climbing tasks.
Arborist positions utilize specialized skills and equipment including climbing and rigging techniques, heavy equipment, handsaws, hand pruners, shears, clippers, chainsaws, and power pruners. Positions may mix or apply pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides through sprays, dust, vapors, soil incorporation, or chemical applications on trees, shrubs, lawns, or crops. Positions may train and inspect the work of ground workers but typically do not supervise staff.
