Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Bartlett; White River Township; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay $19.00–$22.00

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

PPE and equipment provided

Boot reimbursement

Training and education programs

Access to Bartlett Research Labs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking entry-level Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee to monitor and care for trees and shrubs on residential and commercial properties. You will receive hands-on training from experienced arborists and contribute to pest management, fertilization, and plant health programs.

The role emphasizes safety, professional development, and working outdoors year-round, with opportunities for advancement within Bartlett's established network.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor work year-round.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Willing to obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicator License; Bartlett will assist.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform integrated pest management on trees and shrubs.
• Assist with tree and shrub care treatments using prescribed methods.
• Communicate with clients about work performed on-site visits.
• Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers following safety rules and labels.
• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles used in the work.
• Keep accurate daily records and reports.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety-minded

License required

Education

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Pesticide application equipment

Tree care tools

Job description

Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Location

US-VT-White River Junction

Type

Regular Full-Time

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.

We are seeking entry-level Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters and have a passion for preserving and caring for trees. This position will focus on monitoring, evaluating, and providing the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties.

Benefits

• $19.00 - $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

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

Responsibilities

To ensure your success, we provide hand on training provided by Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists. As a Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee, you will play an important role in:

• Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs, including:
  
  • Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
  • Communicating with clients regarding work performed during site visits
  • Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws
  • Properly maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery)
  • Completing accurate record-keeping and reporting daily
  • Safely driving a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day
  • Working as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season

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
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License - we will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
• 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 if preferred but not required

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

Location : Name

White River Junction

Location : State/Province

VT

Category

Plant Health Care