Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts•Johnson City, TN

5d•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, with an emphasis on safety, learning, and career development. The role involves working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Requirements

A 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, including 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 follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
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.
Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, 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.