Arborist Ground Person

Bartlett; White Stone (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Company provided uniforms and gear

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is looking for an Arborist Ground Person to join their team. This is an entry-level position that offers on-the-job training in tree and shrub care for both residential and commercial properties.

Candidates will gain experience while working in a safety-first culture and can expect numerous opportunities for career advancement within the company. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and uniforms provided.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license is required.
• Prior experience in tree care, landscaping, or horticulture is preferred but not required.
• Strong willingness to learn and participate in team tasks.

Responsibilities

• Learn to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft.
• Implement work zone safety procedures.

Skills

Manual labor

Pruning trees

Rigging

Cabling and bracing

Work zone safety

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Forestry

Degree in Horticulture

Degree in Environmental Science

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.

Northern Neck

VA

Production Arborist

9/25/2026

Regular Full-Time