Arborist Sales Representative

Buffalo, NY – Regular Full-Time

About the role

At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development. As an Arborist Representative, you will play an integral role in helping grow our business by developing and maintaining long-term client relationships. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for arboriculture and enthusiasm for sharing knowledge to establish positive client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all areas of sales within a defined territory, including selling, marketing, customer service, administration, production, and training
• Meet with existing and potential residential and commercial clients daily to evaluate their tree and shrub care needs
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and client relationships within the defined territory
• Prepare and provide proposals to clients utilizing sales process tools, software, and other technologies
• Supervise work to be performed, ensuring jobs are completed based on the signed contract and to the client’s satisfaction
• Set up personal sales expectations with immediate supervisor and prepare to meet sales goals
• Responsible for implementing and enforcing all safety, transportation, and pesticide compliance programs

Requirements

• 1-3 years of related experience in the tree care industry or prior sales experience
• ISA Arborist Certification or ability to obtain (Bartlett will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare)
• Ability to learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region, diagnose pests and diseases, and recommend corrective action or proactive management plans
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $65,000 - $100,000 per year (base salary plus commission)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-provided uniforms, vehicle, laptop, and cell phone
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories