Arborist Ground Person – Entry-Level, Training & Growth

Bartlett; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Insurance (medical, dental, vision,生命,

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in San Marcos, TX is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our tree-care team. This entry-level role offers hands-on, on-the-job training to learn pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while safely operating tools and equipment.

You will work under experienced arborists, follow safety procedures, and gain practical field experience on residential and commercial properties.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with on-the-job training in arboriculture.
• Valid driver’s license required to support field work.
• Degree in Arboriculture or related field preferred but not required.
• Interest in learning safety rules and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Learn pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Safely operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Follow work zone safety procedures and company safety policies.

Skills

Pruning

Rigging

Cabling & bracing

Hazardous tree removal

Equipment operation

Work zone safety

Ground crew support

Education

Arboriculture degree (preferred)

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in San Marcos, TX is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our tree-care team. This entry-level role offers hands-on, on-the-job training to learn pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while safely operating tools and equipment.

You will work under experienced arborists, follow safety procedures, and gain practical field experience on residential and commercial properties.