Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts • Northampton, MA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an entry-level Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee to monitor, evaluate, and provide plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The role includes hands-on training from Bartlett’s team of arborists and focuses on integrated pest management and safe, professional tree and shrub care. Trainees work outdoors year-round and may work as part of 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 year-round outdoor work and 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.
• 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 during the off-season under the Arborist Crew Leader’s supervision.

Benefits

• 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, PPE, gear, and equipment.
• Boot reimbursement up to $150.
• Training and continuing education programs.
• Resources from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.
• The company pays for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and helps trainees prepare.

What This Job Offers

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