Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
Bartlett Tree Experts•New Milford, CT
•$21 - $35•Onsite
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, maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles, and completing daily records. The position includes hands-on training from Bartlett's arborist team. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under the supervision of the Arborist Crew Leader.
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; the employer pays the exam cost and helps candidates prepare.
- Have a valid driver's license.
- Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.
Nice To Haves
- Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience 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 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
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Industry credential/license pay increases
- Training and continuing education programs
- Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
- Boot reimbursement up to $150
- Access to resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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