Arborist Ground Person

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join their dedicated team. This entry-level position is perfect for nature enthusiasts eager to learn about tree care in a safe and professional environment. You will gain hands-on experience through on-the-job training, learning essential skills like pruning, rigging, and equipment operation. The company fosters a culture of safety and advancement, ensuring that your career in arboriculture can flourish. If you have a passion for the outdoors and a desire to grow, this is an exciting opportunity to start your journey in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $200

Company-paid uniforms and equipment

Access to training and continuing education programs

Qualifications

• Interest in arboriculture and outdoor work is essential.
• Prior experience in tree care or landscaping is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely perform arboriculture tasks including pruning and rigging.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft.

Skills

Passion for nature and the environment

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Teamwork skills

Education

Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture

Degree or Certificate in Forestry

Degree or Certificate in Horticulture

Degree or Certificate in 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 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

Victoria

Location : State/Province

BC

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: Canada Careers

3/6/2025

Type

Regular Full-Time