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.

Responsibilities

• Play an important role in Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including Pruning trees, Rigging, Cabling and bracing, Removal of hazardous trees, 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.
• Learn, understand, and adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• 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 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.

Qualifications

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

Skills

A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.

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

TBD

Schedule

TBD