Arborist Ground Person
Bartlett Tree Experts•Billerica, MA
About The Position
The Arborist Ground Person 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 hands-on, on-the-job training in scientific tree and shrub care. It is suited to someone who enjoys outdoor work and wants to develop a career in arboriculture in a professional, safety-focused environment that values scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.
Requirements
- Pass a criminal background check.
- Have an interest in working outdoors year-round and performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
- Have a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Have a valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
Nice To Haves
- Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience.
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science, or a related field, or prior experience working in the tree care industry.
Responsibilities
- Learn to safely perform arboriculture work, including pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removals.
- 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
- $18.00–$25.00 per hour
- A 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
- 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
