Arborist Ground Person — Outdoor Tree Care Apprentice

Bartlett Tree Experts; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Weston, CT is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join a professional outdoor team. You will gain practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties through hands-on training.

This full-time entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and career development with opportunities for advancement and credentials through Bartlett’s in-house programs.

Qualifications

• Learning on-the-job to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees.
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Implementing work zone safety procedures and team collaboration.
• Passion for nature and the outdoors; willingness to work year-round; positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• 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 on ground and aloft
• Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties

Skills

Arboriculture knowledge

Safety-minded

Driver's license

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Weston, CT is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join a professional outdoor team. You will gain practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on residential and commercial properties through hands-on training.

This full-time entry-level role emphasizes safety, learning, and career development with opportunities for advancement and credentials through Bartlett’s in-house programs.