Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee
Bartlett Tree Experts•Simsbury, CT
•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.
- Interest in working outdoors year-round, performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (the company will pay for the exam cost and help with preparation).
- Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
- Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry (preferred but not required).
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working in the tree care industry.
Responsibilities
- Perform all functions of integrated pest management programs.
- Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
- Communicate with clients regarding work performed during site visits.
- Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
- Properly maintain and operate equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery).
- Complete accurate record-keeping and reporting daily.
- 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
- 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
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
