Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Life, LTD, medical and dental benefits

RPP plan and HSA

Paid vacation and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Calgary is seeking an entry-level Arborist Ground Person to join our tree care crew. You will gain practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties, with hands-on, on-the-job training.

This role offers a path for advancement within Bartlett’s safety-forward culture, with opportunities for continued education, industry credentials, and company-paid uniforms and PPE as you develop your arboriculture skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for nature and the outdoors.
• Willing to work year-round in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Positive attitude and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prior tree care or landscaping experience preferred but not required.
• Degree or certificate in relevant field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform all arboriculture tasks (pruning, rigging, cabling/bracing, removals).
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Follow work zone safety procedures and company safety policies.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking as needed.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Education

Degree/Certificate in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or related field

Job description

Summary

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.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 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
• A 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.

Location : Name

Calgary

Location : State/Province

AB

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time