Arborist Climber Trainee

About the role

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts. At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

Responsibilities

• Play an important role in Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
• Tree climbing
• Pruning
• Rigging
• Cabling and bracing
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Tree identification
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Implementing work zone safety procedures
• Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft
• Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

Requirements

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Preferred degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field

Qualifications

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.