Arborist Climber Trainee
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 position offers hands-on, on-the-job training to develop a career in arboriculture. Work includes learning to perform tree care safely, maintaining and operating equipment, following work-zone and company safety procedures, and assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders both on the ground and aloft. The role is based in Wilmington, North Carolina, and involves outdoor work year-round in all weather conditions.
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 multi-disciplinary team.
Nice To Haves
- Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience.
- Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Learn to safely perform arboriculture work, including tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removal of hazardous trees.
- Learn 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 all safety rules and company safety policies.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- 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.
- Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
