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. The role is suited to an ambitious, self-starting entry-level candidate with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. Bartlett provides hands-on training from its team of arborists and emphasizes safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development. The specialist learns to perform integrated pest management functions, including prescribed tree and shrub treatments, pesticide and fertilizer application, client communication, equipment and vehicle operation, and daily record-keeping. The role also includes driving a company vehicle between properties and working on a tree care crew under an Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season.
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.
Nice To Haves
- A 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.
- Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
Responsibilities
- Learn to perform all 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 to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
- Properly maintain and operate equipment and vehicles, including hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery.
- Complete accurate record-keeping and daily 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
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Industry credential/license pay increases.
- Training and continuing education programs, including resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
- Company-provided uniforms, personal protective equipment, gear, and equipment.
- Boot reimbursement up to $150.
- Advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
- Cost of the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam paid by the company, with preparation assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
