Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to safety and excellence in tree care! As an Arborist Ground Person, you will gain hands-on experience in arboriculture while working outdoors in a supportive environment. This entry-level role offers the chance to learn from skilled arborists and develop your career through practical training. With a strong emphasis on safety and professional growth, you will be part of a team that values lifelong learning and environmental stewardship. If you have a passion for nature and a desire to work in a dynamic field, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Life insurance

Medical and dental benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-paid uniforms

Training and continuing education programs

Boot reimbursement up to $200

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record are required.
• Prior experience in tree care or landscaping is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture through on-the-job training.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders with various tasks.

Skills

Interest in working outdoors

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture

Forestry

Horticulture

Environmental Science

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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 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

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: Maple Ridge

State/Province: BC

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date

3/24/2025

Type

Regular Full-Time