Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts•Osterville, MA

3d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Arborist Climber Trainee is an entry-level role on a tree care crew, working alongside arborists and gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. The role provides hands-on, on-the-job training in arboriculture in a safety-focused professional environment. Trainees learn to perform tree care work and support crew members on the ground and aloft.

Requirements

Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Valid driver's license.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience; preferred but not required.
A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Learn to safely perform arboriculture work through on-the-job training.
Learn tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, hazardous tree removal, and tree identification.
Properly maintain and operate 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 adhere to safety rules and company safety policies.

Benefits

$25.00–$28.00 per hour.
Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off and holidays.
Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Potential housing opportunities.
Employee referral bonus program.
Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina.