Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•White River Junction, VT

12d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an experienced, self-starting Plant Health Care Specialist with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. The role focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and providing plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The position involves outdoor work year-round and includes hands-on training from Bartlett’s team of arborists. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under the supervision of the Arborist Crew Leader.

Requirements

Pass a criminal background check.
Be interested in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
Be able to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; the company will pay for the exam and help with preparation.
Have a valid driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record.
Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field, or prior experience working in landscaping or horticulture; preferred but not required.
A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

Responsibilities

Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
Communicate with clients about 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 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

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off and holidays.
Advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
Industry credential and license pay increases.
Training, continuing education programs, and resources from Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
Boot reimbursement up to $150.
Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
Hourly pay of $25.00–$30.00.