Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking experienced, ambitious self-starters with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role includes hands-on training from Bartlett’s team of arborists and work under an Arborist Representative’s prescribed treatment plans. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision. The position is based in San Rafael, California, and is regular full-time.
Requirements
- A 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 experience in tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture.
- 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 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.
- Industry credential and license pay increases.
- Training and continuing education programs.
- Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Hands-on training and resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.
- The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
