Arborist Ground Person

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Seekonk (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities — internal

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Industry credential/license pay raises

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Ground Person in Seekonk, MA to join the tree care crew. You will gain practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties, with hands-on, on-the-job training.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and development in arboriculture, with opportunities for advancement and professional credential support.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the outdoors.
• Willingness to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Positive attitude and ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees, equipment operation.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties.
• Adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Nature passion

Outdoor work year-round

Team player

Willingness to learn

Valid driver’s license

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Plant Science or related field (preferred)

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:

• $22.00 - $28.00 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

Seekonk

Location : State/Province

MA

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

10/16/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time