Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts•Santa Barbara, CA
•$25 - $37

About The Position

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking experienced, ambitious self-starters with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. This position monitors, evaluates, and provides plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. The company provides hands-on training from its arborist team. During the off-season, the specialist works as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision.

Requirements

  • Have a passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
  • Be interested in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
  • Be able to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
  • Have a valid driver's license.
  • Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
  • A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
  • 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 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

  • $25.00–$37.00 per hour
  • A safety-first culture and professional workplace
  • Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) 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 resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC
  • The company will pay for the Commercial Pesticide Applicator License exam and help the employee prepare
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