Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

About the role

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! We value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development. We are seeking experienced Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters and have a passion for preserving and caring for trees.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery)
• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
• Communicate with clients regarding work performed during site visits
• Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws
• Complete accurate record-keeping and reporting daily
• Safely drive a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day
• Work as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision, during the off-season

Requirements

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License - We will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
• Valid driver's license
• Experience in identifying trees and shrubs common to the region
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Education in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture 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. Denville NJ Plant Health Care 6/11/2026 Regular Full-Time