Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Industry credential/license pay increases

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist in Monroe, CT. This full-time role focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and providing care for trees and shrubs. Candidates should have a passion for the outdoors and the ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License. The position includes competitive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. Join us in creating a culture of safety and scientific progression.

Qualifications

• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using prescribed tools.
• Communicate with clients regarding work performed.
• Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers according to regulations.
• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles safely.
• Complete accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Drive a company vehicle to multiple properties during the day.
• Work as a part of a tree care crew during the off-season.

Skills

Passion for nature and the outdoors

Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Valid driver's license

Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience

Education

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture

Job description

Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

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 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.

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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

Responsibilities

• 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

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

Location

Monroe, CT

Type

Regular Full-Time