Arborist Climber Trainee
Bartlett Tree Experts•Auburn, MA
•$18 - $25
About The Position
As an Arborist Climber Trainee at Bartlett Tree Experts, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew, working alongside arborists and gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This entry-level opportunity provides hands-on, on-the-job training to develop a career in arboriculture. The role involves working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions and contributing to safe tree care operations.
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.
- 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, removing hazardous trees, and identifying trees.
- 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
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
- Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
- Training, continuing education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
- Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
