Arborist Climber Trainee: Hands-On Tree Care

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms and PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Easton, MD to join our field team and gain hands-on experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, on-the-job training, and professional development as you learn climbing, pruning, rigging, and equipment operation under experienced Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the outdoors.
• Interest in year-round outdoor work in all weather.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and work on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience preferred but not required.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job arboriculture tasks: tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing.
• Assist with equipment operation and safety procedures on ground and aloft.
• Support driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties as needed.
• Adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Education

Arboriculture degree

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Easton, MD to join our field team and gain hands-on experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, on-the-job training, and professional development as you learn climbing, pruning, rigging, and equipment operation under experienced Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders.