Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts; White River Township; On-site; CAD 33,972 - 41,522; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company-provided uniforms and equipment

Access to training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Ground Person in White River Junction, VT. This entry-level position offers hands-on training in tree and shrub care, working outdoors alongside experienced arborists.

The role includes learning vital arboriculture skills and adhering to safety procedures in a professional environment. Benefits include competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the environment.
• Interest in outdoor manual labor in all weather.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Learning to perform all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning and rigging.
• Implementing work zone safety procedures.
• Assisting Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders.

Skills

Passion for nature

Ability to pass a criminal background check

Interest in working outdoors year-round

Positive attitude

Ability to participate within a team

Prior tree care experience

Valid driver's license

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Arborist Ground Person

Location: White River Junction, VT

Type: Regular Full-Time

Category: Production Arborist

Overview

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

• $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry is preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.