Arboretum Arborist Climber

Bartlett Tree Experts•Charlotte, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview 350 acres. That is the size of the canvas available to you as a member of the Bartlett Tree Arboretum staff. Within, there are layers of responsibilities that help keep this property safe, healthy, and beautiful. If you are skilled in horticulture or arboriculture, or just have a love for nature and a willingness to learn, your next job may be on our team. Bartlett Tree Experts is the oldest, largest, and premier scientific tree and shrub care company in the world; our people thrive in a safety-first, entrepreneurial, promote-from-within environment. Join our family-owned company - and make our next success story your own. Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as: A safety-first culture and professional workplace Advancement opportunities - we promote from within Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401k retirement plan Paid time off and holidays Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment Boot reimbursement up to $150 Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett . Responsibilities Never stop learning: our team is better when you are better Safety: keep yourself and your co-workers safe Operate and maintain chippers, chainsaws, mowers, and all other equipment safely Learn and demonstrate high safety standards Tree and shrub care, turf care, maintenance of mulched areas Proper application and timing for Pest/Disease suppression materials Assistance with nursery and greenhouse operations As needed assistance with research trials: planning, implementation, process, data harvesting, termination Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor, or Local Manager Qualifications Teachable attitude A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors Ability to pass a criminal background check At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred) Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. Location : Name Research Lab Location : State/Province NC Category Research Lab and Arboretum Latest Post Date: englishcareers 1/22/2026 Type Regular Full-Time

Requirements

Teachable attitude
A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
Ability to pass a criminal background check
At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry
Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred)
Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

Responsibilities

Never stop learning: our team is better when you are better
Safety: keep yourself and your co-workers safe
Operate and maintain chippers, chainsaws, mowers, and all other equipment safely
Learn and demonstrate high safety standards
Tree and shrub care, turf care, maintenance of mulched areas
Proper application and timing for Pest/Disease suppression materials
Assistance with nursery and greenhouse operations
As needed assistance with research trials: planning, implementation, process, data harvesting, termination
Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor, or Local Manager

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:
A safety-first culture and professional workplace
Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
Boot reimbursement up to $150
Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC