Arborist Climber Trainee - Start Your Outdoor Career

Bartlett Tree Experts; Manchester (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our Manchester, VT crew. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in pruning, rigging, and tree care on residential and commercial properties.

As a trainee, you will learn to safely operate equipment, follow safety procedures, and support experienced arborists while developing field skills and industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and work on a multi-disciplinary team.
• Interest in outdoor year-round work.
• Degree preferred but not required.
• Prior tree care or landscaping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform all arboriculture tasks including climbing, pruning and rigging.
• Carry out cabling, bracing, tree removal and identification as part of crew duties.
• Operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts safely.
• Follow all safety rules and company policies and work zones effectively.
• Assist Arborist Climbers with ground and aloft work and with driving duties.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Team player

Safety minded

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our Manchester, VT crew. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in pruning, rigging, and tree care on residential and commercial properties.

As a trainee, you will learn to safely operate equipment, follow safety procedures, and support experienced arborists while developing field skills and industry knowledge.