Arboretum Arborist Climber

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier scientific tree and shrub care company dedicated to safety and professional growth. This role offers you the chance to work outdoors in a vibrant environment, caring for trees and shrubs while ensuring safety standards are met. With a commitment to promoting from within, you will have opportunities for advancement and professional development. Enjoy a supportive culture that values your contributions and encourages continuous learning. If you are passionate about nature and eager to grow your skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company provided uniforms and gear

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education programs

Qualifications

• 1+ year of tree climbing and aerial lift operation experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment safely while ensuring team safety.
• Perform tree and shrub care, turf care, and assist with nursery operations.

Skills

Tree climbing (DdRT or SRT)

Aerial lift operation

Safety standards

Pest/Disease suppression

Teachable attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chippers

Chainsaws

Mowers

Job description

Overview

350 acres.

That is the size of the canvas available to you as a member of the Bartlett Tree Arboretum staff.

Within, there are layers of responsibilities that help keep this property safe, healthy, and beautiful.

If you are skilled in horticulture or arboriculture, or just have a love for nature and a willingness to learn, your next job may be on our team.

Bartlett Tree Experts is the oldest, largest, and premier scientific tree and shrub care company in the world; our people thrive in a safety-first, entrepreneurial, promote-from-within environment. Join our family-owned company - and make our next success story your own.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• 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

• Never stop learning: our team is better when you are better
• Safety: keep yourself and your co-workers safe
  • Operate and maintain chippers, chainsaws, mowers, and all other equipment safely
  • Learn and demonstrate high safety standards
• Tree and shrub care, turf care, maintenance of mulched areas
• Proper application and timing for Pest/Disease suppression materials
• Assistance with nursery and greenhouse operations
• As needed assistance with research trials: planning, implementation, process, data harvesting, termination
• Responsible for carrying out other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader or designated supervisor, or Local Manager

Qualifications

• Teachable attitude
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• At least one (1) year of tree climbing (DdRT or SRT) and aerial lift operation experience in the tree care industry
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record (Class B CDL preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

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

Location

Research Lab, NC

Category

Research

Latest Post Date

1/15/2025

Type

Regular Full-Time