Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•South Egremont, MA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking experienced, ambitious self-starters who are passionate about preserving and caring for trees. This position monitors, evaluates, and provides plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The company provides hands-on training from its team of arborists. The role works outdoors year-round in all weather conditions and may join a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season.

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.
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 prescribed tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools, as directed 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.
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

$21.00–$24.00 per hour.
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, PPE, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Training, continuing education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps candidates prepare.