Tree Trimmer​/Arborist, Walt Disney

Tree Trimmer/Arborist, Walt Disney World

The Arborist is critical in ensuring our landscaping onstage looks great for our guests. The Arborist provides horticulture support for the Global team. This craft helps to ensure the 'Guest Facing' horticulture is up to the Walt Disney World standard. The Arborist applicant should have experience in tree production, tree care, tree pruning, and tree moving. The field service position may include work from elevated platforms and confined spaces throughout the Walt Disney World Parks and Resort property.

Perform scheduled routine arboriculture maintenance

Operate Forklifts, Lull, box truck, ladder work, work at heights

Climb trees using a rope and saddle

Operate tools and equipment to include chainsaws, chippers and aerial work platforms (AWP) and bucket trucks

Cast members may be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies

Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required

Minimum of 3 years experience within Horticulture or Agriculture subject areas

Able to meet requirements for climbing aerial rescue guidelines

Familiar with industry safety standards (ANSI Z133) and procedures (ANSI 300)

Knowledge of southern tree species

Able to lift, push or pull up to 50lbs

Must possess a valid CDL Class 'A' license with air brakes endorsement, or obtain a permit prior to hire

3rd shift role

Speak and read English to communicate with guests

Has ISA certification or obtain within a year of employment

Valid CDL Class "A" with air brakes endorsement

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

Great teammate

Proficiency in standard office software programs and mobile electronic devices

Proficiency in all aspects of tree transplanting and loading, tree pruning including natural and geometric styles, proper tree planting

Schedule Availability:
Our Theme Parks and Resorts operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, schedules and start time will vary.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $27.08 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments:
Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.