Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Denville, NJ

13d•$24 - $28•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 involves performing prescribed treatments, communicating with clients, applying pesticides and fertilizers safely, maintaining equipment and vehicles, keeping accurate records, and driving 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 through 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.
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.
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 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.
Work as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season.

Benefits

$24.00–$28.00 per hour is listed; the posting also states that the job starts at $18 per hour, with an increase based on experience.
A safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Advancement opportunities, with 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, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Company payment for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and help preparing for it.