Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an experienced, ambitious self-starter with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors and evaluates the health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties and provides prescribed treatments. The role involves working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, communicating with clients, operating and maintaining equipment and vehicles, and keeping accurate daily records. Hands-on training is provided by Bartlett’s team of arborists. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under the supervision of the Arborist Crew Leader.
Requirements
- Pass a criminal background check.
- Be interested in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Be able to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and have a clean motor vehicle record.
- Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field, or prior landscaping or horticulture experience; preferred but not required.
- A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Responsibilities
- Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
- Communicate with clients about work performed during site visits.
- Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
- Properly maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, including hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery.
- Complete accurate record-keeping and reporting daily.
- 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
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Industry credential/license pay increases.
- Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
- Hands-on training and advancement opportunities; Bartlett promotes from within.
- The company pays the cost of the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps employees prepare.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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