Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee
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. Bartlett Tree Experts provides hands-on training from its arborist team. The role focuses on learning integrated pest management and carrying out tree and shrub treatments safely, accurately, and in accordance with diagnoses, label instructions, and applicable laws. Work is outdoors year-round and includes manual labor in all weather conditions, driving between properties, and working with a tree care crew during the off-season under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.
Requirements
- Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
- Interest in working outdoors year-round and performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; the employer pays the exam cost and helps candidates prepare.
- Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science, or a related field, or prior experience in the tree care industry; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Learn and perform functions of integrated pest management programs.
- 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.
- 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 during the off-season under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.
Benefits
- Hourly pay of $21.00–$24.00.
- Safety-first culture and professional workplace.
- Advancement opportunities and promotion 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, PPE, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Training, continuing education programs, and resources from Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
