Arborist Climber Trainee

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Town of Southampton (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and education programs

Job summary

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Southampton, NY. This position offers hands-on training in tree care and maintenance within a safety-first environment.

The ideal candidate has a passion for nature and is ready to work outdoors year-round. The role provides competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license is required.
• Prior tree care or landscaping experience is preferred but not required.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Learning to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Assisting Arborist Climbers and Leaders on various duties.
• Implementing work zone safety procedures.

Skills

Passion for nature

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field

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

• $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
• 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

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

Southampton, NY