Arborist Climber Trainee

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee referral bonus

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join their team in Weston, CT. This role offers a unique entry-level opportunity with hands-on training in arboriculture while working outdoors.

Responsibilities include learning tree climbing, pruning, and proper equipment operation while adhering to safety policies. Benefits include competitive compensation, advancement opportunities, and comprehensive insurance packages.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Prior tree care or landscaping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform all aspects of arboriculture safely.
• Adhere to all safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Tree climbing

Pruning

Rigging

Cabling and bracing

Removal of hazardous trees

Tree identification

Equipment operation

Work zone safety

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

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 Climber Trainee, 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
• 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
• Employee referral bonus program
• 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

As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will play an important role in:

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Tree climbing
  • Pruning
  • Rigging
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Removal of hazardous trees
  • Tree identification
  • 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 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 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 and E-Verify Employer.

Location : Name

Weston

Location : State/Province

CT

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

10/5/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time