Arborist Ground Person

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, anddis­

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Ground Person in Santa Barbara to join a professional tree-care team. You will gain practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties through hands‑on training.

This entry‑level role emphasizes learning safety rules, equipment operation, and collaboration with Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders. A strong outdoors orientation and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and outdoors.
• Willingness to work outdoors year‑round in all weather.
• Positive attitude and ability to collaborate in a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Driver's license required; degree in Arboriculture/Forestry or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on‑the‑job to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture: pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts) and maintain safety protocols.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft; support with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiast

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Team player

Valid driver's license

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

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

• $22.00 - $26.00 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

Santa Barbara

Location : State/Province

CA

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

8/21/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time