Arborist Ground Person

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; San Marcos (TX); 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

Job summary

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union is looking for an Arborist Ground Person based in San Marcos, TX. This role offers a unique entry-level opportunity to work outdoors, providing hands-on training in arboriculture through a well-supported team environment.

You will learn to perform various arboriculture tasks safely, contributing to the care of trees and shrubs. The position comes with competitive compensation and numerous benefits, fostering growth in a professional setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the environment.
• Prior experience in tree care or landscaping preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform arboriculture tasks such as pruning and rigging.
• Learn and apply work zone safety procedures.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders.

Skills

Interest in working outdoors year-round

Ability to work in all weather conditions

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related fields

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

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

San Marcos

Location : State/Province

TX

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

5/28/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time