Arborist Climber Trainee

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Advancement from within

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Uniforms & PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Referral program

Training and education resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee. You will join a tree care crew and gain practical field experience in pruning, rigging, tree removal, and shrub care through hands-on, on-the-job training.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, professional development, and teamwork, with opportunities to learn from experienced arborists while advancing within the company.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and outdoor environments.
• Willingness to learn and work in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Positive attitude and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Degree in related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to perform arboriculture tasks (climbing, pruning, rigging).
• Assist with equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Support Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Adhere to company safety rules and policies.

Skills

Interest in outdoors

Safety mindset

Team player

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture (preferred)

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 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.

Location

Fredericksburg, VA