Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Uniforms and PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Training and education programs

Job summary

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor plant health care is required (1 year minimum).
• Ability to operate spray equipment and apply pesticides/fertilizers safely.
• Good communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, injection, and soil injection tools.
• Communicate with clients during site visits.
• Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers following diagnosis, safety procedures, and laws.
• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles used on site.
• Keep accurate daily records and reports.

Skills

Tree care

Client communication

Record keeping

Vehicle operation

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Tools

Spray equipment

Tree injection tools

Soil injection tools

Job description

Build a career with the industry leader! 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.

We are seeking experienced (one-year minimum) Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters that have a passion for preserving and caring for trees. This position will focus on monitoring, evaluating, and providing the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties.

• $25.00 - $37.00 per hour based on experience
• 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.

To ensure your success, we provide hands-on training provided by Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists. As a Plant Health Care Specialist, you will play an important role in

• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
• Communicating with clients regarding work performed during site visits
• Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery)
• Completing accurate record-keeping and reporting daily
• Safely driving a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day
• Working as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License - We will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field OR prior experience working in landscaping or horticulture is preferred but not required
• Good team work ethic and dedication to working safely

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

San Jose

CA

Plant Health Care

10/16/2026

Regular Full-Time