Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts; Centre Hall (Centre County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company provided uniforms and PPE

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Centre Hall, PA. This entry-level position involves hands-on training in arboriculture, including tree climbing and pruning. Ideal candidates will be passionate about nature, willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and eager to learn. Benefits include a strong safety culture, advancement opportunities, medical insurance, retirement plan, and ongoing education resources. Join a dedicated team committed to tree care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the outdoors.
• Interest in year-round outdoor work.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Learn tree climbing and pruning techniques.
• Assist with the removal of hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate equipment safely.

Skills

Passion for nature

Ability to work outdoors in all weather

Valid driver's license

Willingness to learn

Ability to work in a team

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field

Job description

Arborist Climber Trainee

Location: US-PA-Centre Hall

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.

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 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
• 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
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license
• 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.