Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

The Arborist Ground Person is an entry-level member of a tree care crew, working alongside arborists on commercial and residential properties. The role provides practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care through hands-on, on-the-job training. It involves outdoor manual labor year-round and participation in a safety-focused professional workplace.

Requirements

Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Interest in outdoor manual labor year-round in all weather conditions.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team.
Valid driver's license.

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.

Responsibilities

Learn to safely perform arboriculture work, including pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removing hazardous 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 safety rules and company safety policies.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Safety-first culture and professional workplace
Advancement opportunities and 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, PPE, gear, and equipment
Boot reimbursement up to $150
Training, continuing education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC