Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Ashburn, VA

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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 involves performing prescribed treatments, communicating with clients, applying pesticides and fertilizers safely and according to applicable instructions and laws, maintaining equipment and vehicles, keeping accurate records, and driving to multiple properties. 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 Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. The position is based in Ashburn, Virginia, and involves working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions. Bartlett describes its workplace as safety-focused and supports professional development through training, continuing education, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Have a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Be interested in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Be able to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
Have a valid driver’s license.
Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture is preferred but not required.
A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
Communicate with clients regarding 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 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

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401k retirement plan.
Paid time off and holidays.
Industry credential and license pay increases.
Training and continuing education programs.
Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Advancement opportunities, with promotion from within.
Access to resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps candidates prepare.