Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

About the role

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts. Bartlett values a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development. We are seeking entry‑level Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self‑starters with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. This position focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and providing the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform all functions of integrated pest management programs.
• 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.
• Properly maintain and operate equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery).
• Complete accurate record‑keeping and daily reporting.
• 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 and performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (exam cost covered and preparation assistance provided).
• Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science, or a related field, **or** prior experience working in the tree‑care industry (preferred but not required).

Benefits

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

Schedule

Regular full‑time position based in East Providence, RI.