Arborist & Grounds Technician - Outdoor Care Pro

Bartlett; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, 1

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and training

Uniforms, PPE and equipment provided

Boot reimbursement

Access to Bartlett Research Labs

Job summary

Bartlett Charlotte Arboretum is seeking a hands-on team member to perform outdoor maintenance across 350+ acres, including mowing, pruning, mulching, and plant health care. You will learn safety policies and grow through on-the-job training in a professional environment.

We value a passion for nature, the outdoors, and teamwork, with opportunities for advancement and access to Bartlett Research Laboratories resources in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor.
• A passion for nature and the environment.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Mowing and turf care.
• Spreading mulch and woodchips.
• Herbicide application and weeding.
• Leaf cleanup.
• Remediation of deer damage on plants.
• Plant health care.
• Tree and shrub pruning and removals.
• Perform other minor but important tasks.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Outdoor work

Willingness to learn

Passion for nature

Job description

Bartlett Charlotte Arboretum is seeking a hands-on team member to perform outdoor maintenance across 350+ acres, including mowing, pruning, mulching, and plant health care. You will learn safety policies and grow through on-the-job training in a professional environment.

We value a passion for nature, the outdoors, and teamwork, with opportunities for advancement and access to Bartlett Research Laboratories resources in Charlotte, NC.