Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms provided

PPE gear

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Santa Barbara is hiring an Arborist Ground Person to join a professional tree-care crew. This entry-level role offers hands-on training, exposure to pruning, rigging, cabling, tree removal, equipment operation, and strict safety adherence on residential and commercial properties.

Qualifying candidates should have a passion for nature and outdoors, a valid drivers license, and a degree in Arboriculture or related field is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Valid drivers license.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees, maintaining equipment, and implementing work zone safety procedures.
• Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders on ground and aloft; driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Adhering to safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Passion for nature

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Plant Science/Environmental Science or related field

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.

• $22.00 - $26.00 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.

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.

Santa Barbara

CA

Production Arborist

9/25/2026

Regular Full-Time