Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist
About The Position
The Plant Health Care Specialist monitors, evaluates, and provides tree and shrub health care on commercial and residential properties. The role involves performing prescribed treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools; applying pesticides and fertilizers; communicating with clients about work completed; maintaining equipment and vehicles; keeping accurate records; and driving a company vehicle between 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 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 pays the exam cost and helps candidates prepare.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- During the off-season, work as part of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Advancement opportunities; the company promotes 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
- Training and continuing education programs
- Resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
