Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts; Beverly Farms (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the beauty and health of trees and shrubs. As an Arborist Ground Person, you will embark on a rewarding journey in arboriculture, gaining hands-on experience while working outdoors in a safe and supportive environment. This entry-level role offers comprehensive on-the-job training, allowing you to learn essential skills such as pruning, rigging, and equipment operation. With a strong commitment to safety and professional development, you will have opportunities for advancement and continuous learning. If you have a love for nature and a desire to grow your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Advancement Opportunities

Company Provided Uniforms

Boot Reimbursement

Training and Continuing Education Programs

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the outdoors is essential.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders in tree care tasks.
• Learn and adhere to safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Manual Labor

Teamwork

Safety Procedures

Pruning

Rigging

Cabling and Bracing

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Forestry

Degree in Horticulture

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Hand Tools

Job description

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 Ground Person, 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

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 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
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities

As an Arborist Ground Person, you will play an important role in:

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Pruning
  • Rigging
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Removals
  • 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
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry is preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Location

Beverly Farms, MA

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time

About the company

At Bartlett Tree Experts, we provide professional tree service while helping homeowners and businesses maintain beautiful, healthy trees and shrubs.