Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides tree and shrub care for commercial and residential properties. The role performs prescribed plant health treatments, communicates with clients about work completed, and maintains accurate records. It includes safely operating and maintaining equipment and company vehicles, applying pesticides and fertilizers according to diagnoses, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws, and traveling to multiple properties during the day. During the off-season, the specialist works as part of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its arborist team and supports professional development through training and continuing education. The position is based in Manchester, Vermont.
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 company will pay for the exam and help with preparation.
- 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 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, 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 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.
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.
- Industry credential and license pay increases.
- Training, continuing education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
- Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
