Arborist Climber Trainee - Hands-On Outdoor Career

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and etc

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear and equipment

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our outdoor tree-care crew. You will gain practical field experience through hands-on training in scientific tree and shrub care for residential and commercial properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and professional development, with opportunities for advancement and ongoing education within Bartlett's research laboratories in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for nature, environment and outdoors.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture (tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling/bracing, removal of hazardous trees).
• Identify trees and shrubs and properly maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Follow work zone safety procedures and assist climbers and ground crew as needed.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our outdoor tree-care crew. You will gain practical field experience through hands-on training in scientific tree and shrub care for residential and commercial properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and professional development, with opportunities for advancement and ongoing education within Bartlett's research laboratories in Charlotte, NC.