Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts • Portola Valley, CA

24d

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, maintaining equipment and vehicles, and completing daily records. Specialists work outdoors year-round and may join a tree care crew during the off-season under the supervision of the Arborist Crew Leader. 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 the exam cost and help with preparation.
• 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 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 during the off-season under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Credential/license pay increases
• Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Training, continuing education programs, and resources from Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
• Advancement opportunities and promotion from within

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed