Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett; East Providence (RI); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE gear

Boot reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Training programs

Résumé du poste

Bartlett Tree Experts in East Providence, RI is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join a professional outdoor crew. You will gain hands-on, on-the-job training in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, equipment operation, and learning climbing, pruning, rigging, and removal under supervision while supporting the team and adhering to company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn safe arboriculture practices.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsabilités

• Perform tree climbing, pruning, rigging, and removal of hazardous trees under supervision.
• Operate tools and equipment safely (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts) and follow safety procedures.

Connaissances

Valid driver's license

Formation

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture (preferred)

Description du poste

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 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 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
• 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.

East Providence

RI

Production Arborist

10/13/2026

Regular Full-Time