Tree Trimmer

Code: 37-3013.00

Also known as: Arborist, Climber, Ground Worker, Groundsman, Laborer, Plant Health Care Technician, Tree Climber, Tree Trimmer, Trimmer

Description: Using sophisticated climbing and rigging techniques, cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain right-of-way for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health, and value of tree. Prune or treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, hand pruners, clippers, and power pruners. Works off the ground in the tree canopy and may use truck-mounted lifts.

Tree Trimmer

Typical wages


10% $27,510
25% $33,390
Median $41,340
75% $52,520
90% $64,520
10% $13.23
25% $16.06
Median $19.88
75% $25.25
90% $31.02

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
62,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
68,600
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 8,300