Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Guilford, CT

12d

About The Position

The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role performs prescribed treatments, communicates with clients about work completed, and maintains accurate records. Specialists work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, travel to multiple properties in a company vehicle, and work as part of a tree care crew under an Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision during the off-season. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its arborists.

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.
Valid driver's license.
Willingness to learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.

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

Perform prescribed tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools.
Communicate with clients about 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, and portable spray equipment.
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 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, 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.
Cost of the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam covered, with preparation support.