Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts • Mesa, AZ

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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; applies pesticides and fertilizers according to diagnoses, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws; and communicates with clients about work performed during site visits. Specialists maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, complete daily records and reports, and safely drive a company vehicle to multiple properties. During the off-season, the specialist works 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

• 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.
• 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 tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
• Communicate with clients regarding 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 record-keeping and reporting daily.
• 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
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases
• Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Hands-on training, continuing education programs, and resources from Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

What This Job Offers

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