Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Insurance (medical, dental, vision,生命,

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in San Marcos, TX is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our tree-care team. This entry-level role offers hands-on, on-the-job training to learn pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while safely operating tools and equipment.

You will work under experienced arborists, follow safety procedures, and gain practical field experience on residential and commercial properties.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with on-the-job training in arboriculture.
• Valid driver’s license required to support field work.
• Degree in Arboriculture or related field preferred but not required.
• Interest in learning safety rules and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Learn pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Safely operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Follow work zone safety procedures and company safety policies.

Skills

Pruning

Rigging

Cabling & bracing

Hazardous tree removal

Equipment operation

Work zone safety

Ground crew support

Education

Arboriculture degree (preferred)

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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.
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.
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
• 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.
San Marcos
TX
Production Arborist
9/25/2026
Regular Full-Time