Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts•Southlake, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The Arborist Climber Trainee is an entry-level member of a tree care crew who works alongside arborists on commercial and residential properties. The role provides hands-on, on-the-job training and practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care. The trainee learns to perform arboriculture work safely, maintain and operate equipment, follow work-zone and company safety procedures, and assist Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft. The position involves working outdoors 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.
  • A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Learn through on-the-job training to safely perform arboriculture tasks, 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 adhere to 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.
  • 401k retirement plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Industry credential and 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 provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
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