Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts • Stamford, CT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and providing plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role is ideal for ambitious self-starters with a passion for preserving and caring for trees, who enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment. Bartlett Tree Experts values a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

Requirements

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round, performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License – we will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry.

Responsibilities

• Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs, including performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
• Communicating with clients regarding work performed during site visits.
• Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery).
• Completing accurate record-keeping and reporting daily.
• Safely driving a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day.
• Working as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision, during the off-season.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

What This Job Offers

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