Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts • Williamsburg, VA

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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 using spray and injection tools, applies pesticides and fertilizers, communicates with clients, and maintains equipment, vehicles, and daily records. The position includes hands-on training from Bartlett’s arborist team and, during the off-season, work as a member of a tree care crew under an Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. Work is outdoors year-round and involves travel to multiple properties throughout the day.

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.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience.
• 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.
• 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, PPE, gear, and equipment.
• Boot reimbursement up to $150.
• Training, continuing education programs, and resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
• The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps employees prepare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed