Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett Tree Experts; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Industry credential/license pay-incre

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Access to training resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Ground Person in Charlotte, NC. This entry-level role offers hands-on field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties, with on-the-job training and a strong emphasis on safety.

You will learn to prune, rig, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees, and to operate equipment, while adhering to safety policies and working closely with a dedicated arborist team.

Qualifications

• Entry-level arborist role with on‑the‑job training.
• Preferred but not required: degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or related field.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform all aspects of arboriculture safely on ground and with climbers.
• Assist with pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Follow work zone safety procedures and company safety policies.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties as needed.

Skills

Tree care

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Manual labor outdoors

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture degree (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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.

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
• 401k retirement plan
• 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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

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 trees
  • Rigging
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Removal of hazardous trees
  • 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
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• 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
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required

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

Charlotte

NC

Production Arborist

11/4/2026

Regular Full-Time