Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts•Hilton Head, SC

5d•Onsite

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 hands-on, on-the-job training and practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care. It involves outdoor manual work year-round and supporting crew members with tree care, equipment operation, safety procedures, and driving-related duties.

Requirements

Pass a criminal background check.
Be interested 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 multi-disciplinary team.
Hold a valid driver's license and have a 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.

Responsibilities

Learn to safely perform arboriculture work, including pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removing hazardous trees.
Maintain and operate equipment, including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
Implement work zone safety procedures and follow company safety rules and policies.
Assist Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft.
Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
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.
Pay increases for industry credentials and licenses.
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, North Carolina.