Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role performs prescribed treatments, communicates with clients about work performed, and applies pesticides and fertilizers in accordance with diagnoses, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws. Specialists maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, keep accurate daily records, and drive to multiple properties. During the off-season, they work as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its arborist team.
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; the employer will pay the exam cost and help with preparation.
- Have a valid driver’s license and 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 experience in landscaping or horticulture; preferred but not required.
- A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
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.
- 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 and 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, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment
- Boot reimbursement up to $150
- Training and continuing education programs
- Resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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