Arborist Ground Person

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; North Sea (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Southampton, NY, is seeking an Arborist Ground Person for an entry-level, on-the-job training role on residential and commercial properties. You will learn safety procedures, tree care techniques, and operating equipment as part of a professional arboriculture team.

This paid position emphasizes safety, career development, and advancement opportunities within Bartlett's culture. The job involves outdoor work year-round with a focus on learning and growing in the field.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor year-round work and manual labor.
• Valid driver's license.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform all aspects of arboriculture through on-the-job training (pruning, rigging, cabling, bracing, removal).
• Maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts) safely.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft; follow safety rules.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team player

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Education

Related field degree preferred

Tools

Chainsaws

Aerial lifts

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

• $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
• A safety-first culture and professionalworkplace
• 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

Southampton

Location : State/Province

NY

Category

Production Arborist

Type

Regular Full-Time