Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Richmond, VA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides tree and shrub health care on commercial and residential properties. The role involves applying treatments as prescribed by an Arborist Representative, communicating with clients, maintaining equipment and vehicles, keeping accurate records, and safely traveling to multiple properties. Hands-on training is provided by Bartlett’s arborist team. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under an Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.

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.
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 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, with 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, PPE, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources from Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories.
Payment for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and help preparing for it.