Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Westbury, NY

1d•Onsite

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 tree and shrub treatments, applies pesticides and fertilizers, communicates with clients, maintains equipment and vehicles, and completes daily records. Specialists work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions and may work as part of a tree care crew under an Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision during the off-season. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its team of arborists.

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 the exam cost 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 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, and portable spray equipment.
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

Competitive compensation of $28.00–$40.00 per hour.
Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
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 Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories.