Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Osterville, MA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role involves applying prescribed treatments, communicating with clients about work performed, maintaining equipment and vehicles, and keeping accurate daily records. Specialists work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions and may join a tree care crew during the off-season under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. Hands-on training is provided by Bartlett’s 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.
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 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.
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.
Commuter fees for ferry, if needed.
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 the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
The company pays the cost of the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps candidates prepare.
Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.