Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role involves working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions and performing prescribed treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools. Specialists communicate with clients about work performed, apply pesticides and fertilizers according to diagnoses and safety requirements, and maintain equipment, vehicles, and daily records. The position also works as part of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision during the off-season. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its arborist team.
Requirements
- Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
- Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; the company will pay for the exam and provide preparation assistance.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture.
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Perform prescribed tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools.
- Communicate with clients regarding work performed during site visits.
- Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers according to diagnoses, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
- Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, including hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery.
- Complete accurate daily record-keeping and reporting.
- Safely drive a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day.
- Work as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision during the off-season.
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, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Training and continuing education programs.
- Resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
