Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts•Sewell, NJ

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arborist Climber Trainee is an entry-level position 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 offers hands-on, on-the-job training in arboriculture and is suited to someone who enjoys outdoor work in a professional, safety-focused environment.

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 is preferred but not required.
A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Learn to safely perform arboriculture tasks through on-the-job training, including tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removing hazardous trees.
Learn tree identification.
Properly maintain and operate equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
Implement work zone safety procedures.
Assist Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders with work on the ground and aloft.
Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
Learn, understand, and follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Benefits

$20.00 to $22.00 per hour.
Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Advancement opportunities, with promotion 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 from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.