Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts; Stamford (CT); 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 care for trees and shrubs on various properties. Enjoy a safety-first culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth while working outdoors year-round.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Company-provided uniforms and gear

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Knowledge of regional trees and shrubs.

Responsibilities

• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray and injection tools.
• Communicating with clients about work performed.
• Completing accurate records and reports daily.

Skills

Passion for nature

Communication

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Forestry

Degree in Horticulture

Job description

Join us as an Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist at Bartlett Tree Experts

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

At Bartlett, we value safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Opportunities for advancement - 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 support your professional growth
• Company-provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education, and research resources from Bartlett's laboratories in Charlotte, NC

To learn more about life at Bartlett, visit us on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

We provide hands-on training to ensure your success. As a Plant Health Care Specialist, your responsibilities include:

• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
• Communicating with clients about work performed
• Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers safely and according to label instructions and laws
• Maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles properly
• Completing accurate records and reports daily
• Safely driving a company vehicle 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
• The 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 assist with exam costs)
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Knowledge of regional trees and shrubs
• A degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, or related fields, or prior landscaping/horticulture experience (preferred but not required)

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