Arborist Sales Representative

Bartlett Tree Experts • Bolingbrook, IL

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About The Position

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking a full-time Arborist Representative to manage an established, productive territory covering the Wheaton and Glen Ellyn area. The role combines arboriculture, sales, and client relationship-building. The representative visits client properties, assesses tree and shrub care needs, and provides scientific recommendations. The position covers sales and service for residential and commercial clients and includes responsibility for business development, customer service, administration, production coordination, and training within the territory.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of related experience in the tree care industry or prior sales experience.
• ISA Arborist Certification.
• Ability to learn to identify regional trees and shrubs, diagnose pests and diseases, and recommend corrective or proactive management plans.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales across a defined territory, including selling, marketing, customer service, administration, production, and training.
• Meet daily with existing and potential residential and commercial clients to evaluate tree and shrub care needs.
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and client relationships in the territory.
• Prepare and present client proposals using sales process tools, software, and other technologies.
• Supervise work to ensure jobs follow the signed contract and meet client expectations.
• Set sales expectations with the immediate supervisor and work toward sales goals.
• Implement and enforce safety, transportation, and pesticide compliance programs.

Benefits

• $65,000–$120,000 annual draw plus commission.
• 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.
• Company-provided uniforms, vehicle, laptop, and cell phone.
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed