Arborist Climber Trainee

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

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Career advancement

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Simsbury, CT. This entry-level position offers hands-on, on-the-job training alongside experienced arborists to develop skills in climbing, pruning, rigging, and tree care on commercial and residential properties.

You will learn safety procedures and proper operation of equipment while supporting the crew and grounds operations in a dynamic outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and work on a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Tree climbing and pruning duties on job sites.
• Rigging and cabling tasks.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Operate hand tools and equipment safely.
• Support ground crew and safety procedures.
• Drive, back up, and park duties.

Skills

Passion for nature

Outdoor work year-round

Valid driver's license

Positive attitude

Tree care experience

Arboriculture degree

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry degree 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 : Name

Simsbury

Location : State/Province

CT

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/14/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time