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! We value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery)
• 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
• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
• 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, performing manual labor 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 and clean motor vehicle record

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round, performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• A 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

Competitive compensation

Schedule

Regular Full-Time