Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee
Bartlett Tree Experts•Mount Desert, ME
About The Position
The Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee monitors, evaluates, and provides plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The position includes hands-on training from Bartlett’s arborist team and focuses on learning integrated pest management practices. Work takes place outdoors year-round and includes manual labor in all weather conditions. During the off-season, the trainee works as a member of a tree care crew under the supervision of the Arborist Crew Leader.
Requirements
- Pass a criminal background check.
- Interest in working outdoors year-round and performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
- Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record.
- Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Prior experience working in the tree care industry.
Responsibilities
- Learn to perform integrated pest management program functions.
- 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 diagnoses, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
- Properly maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, including hand tools, spray agitators, and portable spray equipment.
- 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
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Industry credential and license pay increases
- Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment
- Boot reimbursement up to $150
- Training and continuing education programs
- Resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
- The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps trainees prepare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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