Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett; Mountville (Lancaster County); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddis/

Descripción de la vacante

Bartlett Tree Experts in Lancaster, PA is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our outdoor tree care team. You will gain hands-on experience in climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal on residential and commercial properties under supervision.

Learn safety procedures, equipment operation, and best practices in arboriculture while advancing through internal training and credential opportunities.

Formación

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Valid driver's license.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, includingTree climbingPruningRiggingCabling and bracingRemoval of hazardous treesTree identificationProperly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)Implementing work zone safety proceduresAssisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloftAssisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties

Conocimientos

Driver's license

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Outdoor work mindset

Educación

Related field degree preferred

Herramientas

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Descripción del empleo

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.

Lancaster

PA

Production Arborist

10/5/2026

Regular Full-Time