Longevity in the tree industry requires discipline in many areas of an individual’s approach to every tree job in their career. As a deaf person who’s had to navigate his way through those disciplines, Brick has gained an eagle eye view on things he has found to be fruitful in maintaining daily success on job sites. Learn how his daily habits have helped build a career that is going onto 20 years and counting, with no signs of slowing down and consider how these habits could help you as an aging arborist.

About Brick Reilly

Brick Reilly is a 41 year old tree climbing arborist from Springfield, New Jersey. He is a NJ Licensed Tree Expert, ISA certified arborist, ISA certified tree specialist, Certified Tree Safety Professional, and is employed by a New Jersey municipality. Brick is passionate about his family first; his wife, their three children and a dog named Maple. He is a passionate steward for nature, a firm believer that we are not separated from nature, but have forgotten that we are a part of nature. Brick is a devoted practitioner of wellness. Always a student of the mind, body and spirit. Building, movement and stillness are the three cornerstones of his approach. Brick is a tree climbing competitor, who loves to invest time into performing his best. His favorite event is Aerial Rescue, as it is not only a very technical event but he also has the massive challenge of being deaf while accomplishing the task. Since Brick was born deaf and received a cochlear implant at the age of 22, he has always had to be creative in becoming a trusted co worker. The experience in his growth as a tree climber, 19 years in the arborist industry, has created a philosophy that he lives by; “always a student.” You can connect with Brick via Instagram, @JaggedBrickClimber, where he continually looks to post inspiring messages, movements and motions from all aspects of his life.