Arborist Climber Trainee
Bartlett Tree Experts•Lake Barrington, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Arborist Climber Trainee is an entry-level role on a tree care crew, working alongside arborists on commercial and residential properties. The position provides practical field experience and on-the-job training in scientific tree and shrub care and arboriculture. The role involves outdoor work year-round and learning to perform tree care safely, both on the ground and aloft.
Requirements
- Have a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
- Be interested in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Have a valid driver's license.
- Have a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team.
Nice To Haves
- Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience.
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Learn to safely perform arboriculture tasks through on-the-job training, including tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, hazardous tree removal, and tree identification.
- Maintain and operate equipment such as hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
- Implement work zone safety procedures.
- Assist Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft.
- Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
- Learn, understand, and follow safety rules and company safety policies.
Benefits
- $16.00–$25.00 per hour
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Industry credential/license pay increases
- Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
- Boot reimbursement up to $150
- Employee referral bonus program
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
