Arborist

Bartlett; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Auburn, MA is seeking a Production Arborist to join our safety‑driven team. The role emphasizes outdoor work, tree care, and operating aerial lifts and equipment under guidance from the Arborist Crew Leader.

This full‑time position offers growth and a culture that values safety, training, and professional development. Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in the tree care industry, a valid driver’s license (Class B CDL preferred), and are willing to obtain a state

Qualifications

• 1+ year in the tree care industry preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader.
• Safely conduct all arboriculture tasks: tree identification, risk assessments, pruning, removals, cabling and bracing, root collar excavations; operate tools safely.

Skills

Tree climbing

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Job description

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.

Bartlett Tree Experts is currently searching for a professional and safety-conscious Arborist to join our team.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

Benefits & Compensation

• 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.

As an Arborist, you will play an important role in

Key Responsibilities

• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments, as directed by the Arborist Crew Leader
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including
• Tree identification
• Tree risk assessments
• Pruning
• Removals
• Cabling and bracing
• Root collar excavations
• Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• At least one (1) year of experience in the tree care industry is preferred
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid state pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain following hire date - We will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!

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

Auburn

MA

Production Arborist

10/20/2026

Regular Full-Time