Arborist Ground Person

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Insurance - medical/dental/vision

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Williamsburg, VA is seeking an Arborist Ground Person. This entry-level role offers hands-on training with a professional tree care crew, focusing on safe, quality work on residential and commercial properties.

You will gain practical experience in pruning, rigging, removal, and equipment operation, while learning safety procedures and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• A passion for nature and the outdoors.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn and participate in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform all arboriculture tasks: pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees.
• Properly maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Help with driving, backing, dumping and parking as needed.
• Adhere to all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Outdoor work

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture or related field

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 competitive compensation, as well as:

• 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

Williamsburg

Location : State/Province

VA

Category

Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

9/2/2026

Type

Regular Full-Time