Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Tree Health Specialist/Arborist to perform in-home tree consultations, provide expert pruning, and offer professional recommendations to homeowners on the health and long-term care of their trees. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on climbing, pruning and removal expertise, combined with a passion for customer education and care. 

 Key Duties and Responsibilities                                                                                                                                                                          

• Conduct tree inspections for health, structure, and safety.
• lightly Prune and shape trees through climbing and on-the-ground techniques.
• Inspect soil and tree wells for proper drainage and water penetration.
• Recommend watering schedules based on seasonal changes and tree needs.
• Evaluate and identify signs of disease, pest infestations, and nutritional deficiencies.
• Apply or recommend fertilization and treatment solutions.
• Remove or adjust tree staking; inspect trunk caliper and strength.
• Assess and maintain tree canopies for optimal growth and structure.
• Wrap/paint trunks as needed to protect from sunscald or pest damage.
• Serve as a trusted advisor during on-site home consultations.
• Recommend Moon Valley products and services aligned with customer needs.
• Maintain and update notes in customer profiles or CRM systems.
• Communicate clearly in person and by phone, providing high-level customer service.
• Close on services and product recommendations as needed during visits.

Qualifications: 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 management.

• Proficient in safe climbing techniques and tree rigging practices.
• Strong communication and customer-facing experience; sales knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of Southwest tree species, desert climates, and regional plant health issues.
• Ability to work independently, manage schedules, and provide follow-up care.
• Clean driving record and insurable by MVN’s insurers (DOT health screen required).
• Must pass criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws.

• Ability to recognize bug, fungus or pathogens in trees.

• Ability to network and communicate to research more in depth issues.

Education                                                                                                                                                                          

   BS in Agriculture or Horticulture or equivalent experience (preferred)

 Physical requirements/Working Conditions                                                                                                                                                                          

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 15 pounds. Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.

 OTHER                                                                                                                                                                          

Subject to MVR and criminal background check (In accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations)

 About Us                                                                                                                                                                          

Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America, and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.

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