Role Snapshot
- 6–8 property consultations average per day
- Diagnostic, advisory role, no physical tree work
- Science-based approach to tree health and risk assessment
- Direct client interaction and education on site
- Combination of independent work and team collaboration
- Full-time, year-round position
- Field-based role with travel throughout the service area
- Generates and communicates scopes of work based on findings
Responsibilities
The consulting arborist role includes a mix of field consultation, written recommendations, client education, follow-up, internal coordination, and ongoing professional development.
40% Field Consultations
Meet directly with property owners and warm leads to evaluate tree health, structural condition, and site factors affecting management decisions.
20% Written Recomendations
Prepare scopes of work, treatment plans, consulting letters, and practical guidance clients can understand and act on.
15% Client Education
Explain pests, stress, decline factors, realistic outcomes, and responsible next steps in a professional and approachable way.
10% Follow Up & Monitoring
Review prior consultations, answer questions, and help maintain continuity between recommendations and outcomes.
10% Internal Coordination
Coordinate with office and operations staff so recommendations are translated accurately into work orders and treatment plans.
5% Meetings & Development
Participate in weekly meetings, share field observations, and continue building professional consulting skills with the team.
Day-to-Day Expectations
Consulting arborists work directly with property owners, managers, and project teams to diagnose tree health concerns and guide responsible management decisions. This is a field-based consulting role with a practical workload and clear expectations. This role requires the ability to work outdoors across varied terrain and conditions.
6 to 8 visits per day
Higher volumes may occur during peak growing seasons.
Work spans a wide range of property types, including:
- Residential properties
- Commercial landscapes
- Construction sites
- Large estates, Ranches and acreage properties
- Pest or stress-related evaluations
What You Evaluate
Consulting arborists assess a wide range of conditions, including:
- Insect and pest infestations
- Fungal and bacterial diseases
- Soil health and nutrient deficiencies
- Irrigation issues
- Root damage and compaction
- Structural stability and tree risk
- Construction-related impacts
- Environmental stress such as drought or heat
What You Deliver
After evaluating a property, consulting arborists provide written recommendations that may include:
- Plant health care treatment plans
- Integrated pest management strategies
- Pruning recommendations
- Soil and root care plans
- Tree preservation strategies
- Removal recommendations when necessary
- Tree risk assessments
TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY
Consulting arborists are equipped with practical tools and systems that support efficient, professional field work and clear documentation.
These include:
- Company provided smartphones for field documentation
- Company provided vehicle with gas card and per diem
- Cloud based ERP for estimates and work order coordination
Standards and Approach
Eric Putnam BCMA operates on the principle that responsible tree care begins with accurate diagnosis and professional judgment.
Consulting arborists apply arboricultural science, field experience, and practical decision-making to provide objective, responsible guidance to clients.
Consulting Arborist Role
If this role aligns with your experience and how you want to work, apply below.
