Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; Lebanon (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance (medical, dental, etc

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE and equipment provided

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and professional development

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Lebanon, NJ is seeking an Arborist Ground Person for an entry-level outdoor role. You will learn arboriculture through hands-on, on-the-job training while supporting the crew on residential and commercial properties.

You'll perform basic pruning, rigging, equipment operation, and safety procedures as part of a safety‑driven team with opportunities for advancement and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• A passion for nature and the outdoors, and interest in year‑round outdoor work.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license; degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Pruning trees and rigging; cabling and bracing when needed.
• Removal of hazardous trees and proper equipment operation.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and safe work zones.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft; support driving and parking duties.

Skills

A passion for nature, the environment,

Interest in outdoors year-round

Willingness to learn and teamwork

No strict prior experience required

Education

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science 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:

• $18.00-$20.00 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.

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
• 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.

Location : Name

Lebanon

Location : State/Province

NJ

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/16/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time