Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides tree and shrub health care for commercial and residential properties. The role involves carrying out prescribed treatments, applying pesticides and fertilizers safely and in accordance with diagnoses, label instructions, and state laws, and communicating with clients about work performed. Specialists maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, complete daily records, and drive a company vehicle to multiple properties. During the off-season, they work as part of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its team of arborists.
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.
- 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 is preferred but not required.
- Prior experience working in landscaping or horticulture is 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 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
- 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
- Access to resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC
- The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps candidates prepare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
