Arborist Ground Person

Location: Memphis, TN – Regular full‑time production arborist position.

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. As an Arborist Ground Person, you will be an integral member of a tree‑care crew, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties.

Responsibilities

• Learn through on‑the‑job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning trees.
• Rigging, cabling, and bracing.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Properly maintain and operate equipment such as 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 adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

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 work within a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Prior tree‑care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Safety‑first culture and professional workplace.
• Advancement opportunities – promotion 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 from the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC.

Schedule

Regular full‑time, Monday‑Friday schedule.