Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our team in White River Junction, VT. This entry-level role provides hands-on training in all aspects of arboriculture and a path to growth within a safety-first, professional environment.

You will learn pruning, rigging, cabling, removals, and equipment operation while supporting Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders. A valid driver’s license and a positive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or related field preferred.
• Prior tree care or landscaping experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, removals.
• Operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Follow safety rules and company safety policies.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety procedures

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

Arboriculture degree

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.

• $18.00 - $22.00 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
• 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
• 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.

White River Junction

VT

Production Arborist

10/16/2026

Regular Full-Time