Arborist Climber Trainee: Learn Tree Care

Bartlett; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADP

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Employee referral bonus

Training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Climber Trainee to join a dedicated tree care crew in Lake Barrington, IL. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in practical arboriculture on commercial and residential properties.

You will learn to safely perform climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous-tree removal while adhering to safety rules and company policies. A driver’s license and a passion for the outdoors are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care or horticulture experience preferred but not required.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or related field preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn; ability to work on a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Learn through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Tree identification and proper operation/maintenance of equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Implementing work zone safety procedures and assisting with driving and ground duties.
• Adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Outdoor nature interest

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture or related field

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Climber Trainee to join a dedicated tree care crew in Lake Barrington, IL. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in practical arboriculture on commercial and residential properties.

You will learn to safely perform climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous-tree removal while adhering to safety rules and company policies. A driver’s license and a passion for the outdoors are essential.