Tree Arborist

We are looking for an experienced Tree Arborist to support an AI data annotation project focused on tree identification, tree health assessment, and forestry-related image review. This role is ideal for someone with deep field experience in arboriculture who can accurately evaluate tree species, structure, condition, and visible defects from images.
Requirements

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5+ years of professional arboriculture or forestry experience

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ISA Certified Arborist preferred or required

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Strong knowledge of tree species identification, tree structure, pruning standards, defects, disease, pests, and health indicators

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Experience assessing trees from images, field surveys, or inspection reports

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Ability to follow detailed annotation guidelines and provide clear reasoning for decisions

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Strong attention to detail and consistency

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Comfortable working remotely on a computer-based annotation platform

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Prior experience with tree risk assessment, municipal forestry, utility vegetation management, or urban forestry is a plus

Responsibilities

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Review tree images and identify species or likely species groups

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Assess visible tree health, structural issues, defects, decay, canopy condition, and risk indicators

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Label and categorize trees based on project-specific guidelines

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Provide quality feedback on annotations completed by other reviewers

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Help refine taxonomy, labeling standards, and edge-case decisions

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Ensure high accuracy and consistency across all assigned tasks

Ideal Background

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ISA Certified Arborist

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Urban forestry, utility forestry, tree risk assessment, or municipal tree inspection experience

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Familiarity with common North American tree species

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Experience with tree inventories, field inspections, or arborist reports

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Strong written communication skills

Pay: $35/hr