Arborist, Kaitiaki rākau
Also known as
- Utility arborist, climbing arborist, arboriculture consultant
Arborists undertake restoration, control and removal of plantings and maintain trees and shrubs.
02:23 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$25 to $40
Most common
$47
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Arborists
- usually work irregular hours, including nights and weekends and may be on call
- usually work outside on properties, roadsides, parks and farms
- may work in all weather conditions and at heights
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be accurate, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- Operate grounds maintenance equipment.
- Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.
- Clean equipment or supplies.
- Trim trees or other vegetation.
- Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.
- Instruct staff in work policies or procedures.
- Supervise maintenance workers.
- Estimate maintenance service requirements or costs.
- Inspect landscaping to determine treatment needs.
- Remove debris from work sites.
You need a qualification to become an arborist.
You need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Arboriculture) (Level 3) OR a New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Arboriculture) (Level 4)
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Utility Arboriculture) (Level 3)
- relevant experience in arboriculture
- climbing or Elevated Working Platform experience
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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