Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms and PPE provided

Training and career development

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Ground Person in Vermont to join a field crew. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees on residential and commercial properties.

You will work with a dedicated team, learn safety procedures, and gain experience with equipment like hand tools, chainsaws, and aerial lifts in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role with on-the-job training in arboriculture.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science or related field preferred but not required.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
• Must adhere to safety rules and company safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prune trees, rigging, cabling and bracing.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders both on ground and aloft.
• Operate and maintain equipment safely (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties.
• Follow work zone safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to learn

Team player

Outdoor manual labor

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

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.

• $18.00 - $22.00 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.

Burlington
VT
Production Arborist
9/23/2026
Regular Full-Time