Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in tree care is seeking passionate Plant Health Care Specialists to join their team. This role offers the chance to work outdoors, caring for trees and shrubs in a variety of environments. You will receive hands-on training from experienced arborists and have opportunities for professional development. The company promotes a safety-first culture and values lifelong learning, making it an ideal place for those who love nature and want to grow in their careers. Join a team that is dedicated to preserving the beauty of our environment and ensuring the health of our trees.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company uniforms

Training and continuing education

Boot reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Prior experience in tree care, landscaping, or horticulture is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree and shrub care treatments as prescribed by the Arborist.
• Communicate with clients about work performed during visits.
• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles safely.

Skills

Tree identification

Pesticide application

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Horticulture

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Spray equipment

Soil injection tools

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

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 and 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.

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 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

Location

Maplewood, NJ

Category

Plant Health Care

Latest Post Date

3/31/2025

Type

Regular Full-Time

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