Posted 2 months ago
Sales Arborist (Heartwood Tree Service)
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A sales arborist meets with homeowners and commercial clients to assess tree care needs, recommends solutions, prepares estimates, and builds long-term customer relationships.
About this role
If you're an experienced sales arborist who enjoys working with customers as much as trees, we'd love to meet you.
At Heartwood Tree Care, you'll help homeowners and commercial clients make informed decisions about their trees while building lasting relationships based on trust and quality service. You'll have the support of an experienced operations team, a respected brand, and the freedom to grow your book of business.
Since 1979, Heartwood Tree Care has been committed to providing professional tree care throughout the Charlotte, Lake Norman, and Asheville areas. We take pride in developing our people, delivering outstanding customer service, and helping preserve the health and beauty of the communities we serve.
What You'll Do:
As a Sales Arborist, you'll meet with homeowners and commercial clients to evaluate their tree care needs, recommend solutions, and prepare estimates for our services. You'll guide customers through the process from the initial consultation to the completion of the work while building long term relationships.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Meeting with new and existing customers to evaluate tree health and recommend services.
- Preparing estimates and proposals for pruning, removals, plant health care, cabling, fertilization, and other tree care services.
- Building relationships that generate repeat business and referrals.
- Conducting property inspections and identifying potential safety concerns or tree health issues.
- Working closely with our operations team to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
- Following up with customers throughout the sales process.
- Maintaining accurate customer information and sales activity within our CRM.
- Staying current on arboriculture practices, industry standards, and tree care techniques.
What We're Looking For:
- At least 5 years of experience in arboriculture, tree care, landscaping, or a related industry.
- ISA Certified Arborist preferred, or willingness to obtain certification within six months of hire.
- Strong knowledge of tree biology, pruning, removals, and plant health care.
- Proven ability to build relationships and earn customer trust.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Comfortable using CRM software and Microsoft Office.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Why Heartwood Tree Care?
- Competitive base salary.
- Sign-on bonus and enhanced commission structure based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, if applicable.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Supportive team culture with opportunities for career growth.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a company that values professionalism, customer service, and doing the job the right way, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us care for the trees that make our communities stronger, safer, and more beautiful.
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