Arborist Climber Trainee

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Waltham, MA is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee. This entry-level role provides hands-on training to perform arboriculture tasks, including climbing, pruning, rigging, and plant health care on residential and commercial properties.

You will learn safety policies and work under Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders, with opportunities for advancement and credential pay increases as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor work year-round.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to follow policies.
• Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary crew.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform arboriculture tasks.
• Assist with tree climbing, pruning, rigging, and removal.
• Support with equipment maintenance and safety procedures.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

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

• $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
• 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

Waltham

Location : State/Province

MA

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/14/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time