Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
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 performs prescribed treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools; communicates with clients about work performed; and mixes and applies pesticides and fertilizers in accordance with diagnoses, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws. The specialist maintains and operates equipment and vehicles, completes daily records and reports, and drives a company vehicle to multiple properties. During the off-season, the specialist works as part of a tree care crew under the supervision of the Arborist Crew Leader. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its arborists.
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.
- 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 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
- $26.00–$32.00 per hour based on experience
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within
- 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
- Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
