Arborist Ground Person

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 working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties.

Responsibilities

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including Pruning, Rigging, Cabling and bracing, Removals, 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
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• An Ability to pass a criminal background check
• An Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• A Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team

Requirements

• A Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• An Ability to pass a criminal background check
• An Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• A Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• A Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record

Qualifications

• A Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry is preferred but not required

Skills

• A Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• An Ability to pass a criminal background check
• An Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• A Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience
• A Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record

Benefits

• Safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

Pay

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule

Regular Full-Time