Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Training opportunities

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms provided

PPE provided

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Johnson City, TN is seeking an experienced Plant Health Care Specialist to monitor, evaluate, and address the health of trees and shrubs on residential and commercial properties.

You will join a safety-first culture with hands-on training, opportunities for advancement, and access to Bartlett's research labs in Charlotte. A Commercial Pesticide Applicator License and a passion for outdoor work are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Commercial pesticide applicator license required or obtained.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Degree in Arboriculture or related field preferred but not required.
• Experience in tree care, landscaping, or horticulture preferred but not required.
• Willingness to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
• Communicate with clients regarding work performed during site visits.
• Mix and apply 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.
• 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
• Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience preferred but not required.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or related field preferred but not required.

Skills

Pesticide application

Tree care

Client communication

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Outdoor work

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Tools

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Job description

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 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.

We offer competitive compensation, as well as

• 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
• 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
• Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required

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

Johnson City TN Plant Health Care 10/29/2026 Regular Full-Time