Arborist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round and performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely perform arboriculture work, including pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removing hazardous trees.
• Properly maintain and operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Implement work zone safety procedures.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Learn, understand, and follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Benefits

• $18.00–$25.00 per hour.
• 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.
• 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 provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.