Arborist Climber Trainee

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear, equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Hooksett, NH. This entry-level role offers hands-on field learning and a path to become a skilled arborist within a safety-first team.

You will work alongside experienced arborists, gain experience in tree care, pruning, rigging, and equipment operation, while adhering to company safety policies and training programs.

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 preferred but not required.
• Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing.
• Removal of hazardous trees and tree identification.
• Maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Assist with safety procedures and work alongside Arborist Climbers.

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry degree

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


• 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 : Name

Hooksett

Location : State/Province

NH

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

10/13/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time