Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture and professional

Advancement opportunities – we promote

Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental

RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account,

Industry credential/license pay rises

Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and

Boot reimbursement up to $200

Training and resources from Bartlett R

Instagram LifeatBartlett

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an Arborist Ground Person. This entry-level role offers hands-on field training alongside professional arborists on residential and commercial properties, with a strong focus on safety and learning.

You’ll gain experience in pruning, rigging, removals, equipment operation, and work-zone safety while supporting Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders. A valid driver's license and a positive, team-oriented attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role with on-the-job training in arboriculture.
• Interest in outdoors and environment.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform arboriculture tasks under supervision.
• Pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, removals.
• Maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Implement work zone safety procedures.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.

Skills

Valid driver's license & clean MVRC

Willingness to learn

Teamwork & positive attitude

Safety-focused

Outdoor work mindset

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture related credential

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

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.

As an Arborist Ground Person, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on, on-the-job training.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
• RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases
• Company-paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $200
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

As an Arborist Ground Person, you will play an important role in

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including
• Pruning
• Rigging
• Cabling and bracing
• Removals
• 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
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Burnaby

BC

Production Arborist

10/29/2026

Regular Full-Time