Contract Climbing for Hire
Professional Contract Climber Serving Northern Wisconsin
Contract climbing is, hands down, my favorite part of what I do.
Contract climbing is when a tree service, contractor, or seasonal company brings in an experienced climber to handle work they can’t — or don’t want to — do themselves. Sometimes it’s because a company only runs bucket trucks or lifts. Sometimes they have climbers, but not the skill set needed for a technical removal or a spikeless prune. And sometimes they’re simply swamped and need reliable extra help.
That’s where I come in.
I work as a professional contract climber for tree services, seasonal companies, and builders across Northern Wisconsin, providing skilled, efficient climbing support on jobs that require precision, experience, and confidence in the tree.
You can think of a contract climber as a hired gun in the tree world — brought in to get the job done safely and efficiently when the situation calls for it.
Why Companies Hire a Contract Climber
Contract climbing is often the most cost-effective and practical solution for companies that don’t want to bring in a full tree service crew or invest in additional equipment.
Common reasons companies hire me include:
No in-house climber (bucket trucks or lifts only)
Technical removals beyond current crew skill sets
Spikeless pruning on high-value trees
Tight access or complex rigging situations
Overflow work during busy seasons
One-off trees that can’t be handled with existing equipment
For excavating companies, builders, and seasonal services, hiring a contract climber is often far more efficient than subcontracting an entire tree service.
What I Specialize In
Technical tree removals
Spikeless pruning on residential and commercial properties
Precision limb removal in tight or high-risk areas
Supporting crews on complex or time-sensitive jobs
Working seamlessly with existing teams and equipment
I show up ready to work, communicate clearly, and integrate smoothly with your crew so the job runs efficiently from start to finish.
Companies I Regularly Contract With
I provide contract climbing services for a range of trusted companies throughout the Northwoods, including:
Tree Services
Pine Ridge Tree Techs — Conover, WI
Eager Beaver — Conover, WI
Rivers Edge Tree Works — Lake Tomahawk, WI
Kevin Shoeman — Tomahawk, WI
Brady’s Tree Service — Waukesha, WI
Seasonal Services
North Country Seasonal Services — Three Lakes, WI
Builders
Shattner Construction — Eagle River, WI
These range from daily to monthly clients, along with additional companies that call as needed throughout the year.
What you can expect
Over 15 years of climbing experience
Strong focus on safety and communication
Clean, professional work
Respect for your crew, equipment, and schedule
A climber who genuinely enjoys the work
I take pride in being someone other companies can rely on when the job requires experience in the tree — not guesswork.