Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts; Marshall (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist, where you'll work outdoors caring for trees and shrubs. This role offers hands-on training, a safety-first culture, and opportunities for career advancement. Enjoy competitive benefits including insurance and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using various tools.
• Communicating with clients about work performed.
• Maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Passion for nature

Ability to identify regional trees and shrubs

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Horticulture

Job description

Join to apply for the Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist role at Bartlett Tree Experts

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! We value safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

We are seeking experienced Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters passionate about preserving and caring for trees. This role involves monitoring, evaluating, and providing plant health care for trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Opportunities for advancement—promotion from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases—supporting your professional growth
• Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education, and resources from Bartlett's Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

Learn more about life at Bartlett on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

To ensure your success, we provide hands-on training with Bartlett's team of arborists. Your responsibilities include:

• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed
• Communicating with clients about work performed
• Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers safely and according to regulations
• Maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles
• Completing accurate records and reports daily
• Driving a company vehicle safely to multiple properties
• Working as part of a tree care crew under supervision during the off-season

Qualifications include:

• A passion for nature and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (we will cover exam costs and help with prep)
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to identify regional trees and shrubs
• Experience in tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture preferred but not required
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture, or related field preferred but not required

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