Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
Bartlett Tree Experts•Nashville, TN
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 applying prescribed treatments, communicating with clients, maintaining equipment and vehicles, keeping accurate records, and safely traveling to multiple properties. Hands-on training is provided by Bartlett’s team of arborists. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.
Requirements
- Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
- Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; the company will pay for the exam and help with preparation.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.
Nice To Haves
- Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience.
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.
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.
- During the off-season, work as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Industry credential/license pay increases
- Company-provided uniforms, PPE, 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
- Advancement opportunities and promotion from within
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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