Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety culture

Advancement

Insurance package

401k

Paid time off

Uniforms provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Sheffield, MA is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our tree care crew. This entry-level role provides hands-on, on-the-job training in pruning, rigging, cabling, and removing hazards while working safely on commercial and residential properties.

You will learn equipment operation, safety procedures, and teamwork as part of a professional, safety-first culture. Valid driver's license preferred; degree in arboriculture or related field is welcome but not required;

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and perform all aspects of arboriculture safely.
• Entry-level role with on-the-job training in arboriculture.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Interest in outdoor work year-round and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform arboriculture tasks such as pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing.
• Assist with removal of hazardous trees and operating ground equipment.
• Maintain safety procedures and work zone safety policies.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Support driving, backing, dumping and parking duties as needed.

Skills

Outdoor work

Willingness to learn

Team player

Valid driver's license

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture or related field

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Hand tools

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.

• $19.00 - $22.50 per hour
• 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.

Sheffield

MA

Production Arborist

10/21/2026

Regular Full-Time