Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading tree care company as an Arborist Climber Trainee in Cincinnati, OH. This entry-level position offers hands-on training in arboriculture, focusing on safety and professional development. Enjoy a supportive workplace with advancement opportunities and comprehensive benefits, including insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee referral bonus program

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Prior tree care or landscaping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree climbing, pruning, and rigging.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders.

Skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Passion for nature

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Forestry

Degree in Horticulture

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

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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.

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 resources provided by Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

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

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, aerial lifts)
• Implementing work zone safety procedures
• Assisting Arborist Climbers and 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

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.

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Position: Production Arborist

Application Deadline: 5/13/2025

Employment Type: Full-time, Regular

Seniority Level: Internship

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing