Arborist Ground Person

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Ground Person in Hilton Head, SC. This entry-level position offers hands-on training in arboriculture, working outdoors in various weather conditions. Responsibilities include learning tree care techniques, maintaining equipment, and assisting experienced arborists. Ideal candidates have a passion for nature and prefer prior experience in landscaping or horticulture. Benefits include competitive compensation, advancement opportunities, and extensive training resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders.
• Maintain and operate equipment such as chainsaws and chippers.

Skills

Passion for nature and outdoors

Willingness to learn

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Education

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, or related field

Job description

Overview

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
• 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.

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 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

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 is preferred but not required

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

Location : Name

Hilton Head

Location : State/Province

SC

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full‑Time