Aspiring Arborist — Ground Crew with On-the-Job Training

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Uniforms, PPE, gear and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Greer, SC is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our safety‑driven team. You’ll gain hands‑on field experience in pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous‑tree removal while learning to operate tools and equipment.

This entry‑level role emphasizes on‑the‑job training, teamwork, and professional development through Bartlett’s Research Laboratories and internal advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round performing manual labor in all weather conditions.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Operate and maintain equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts) safely.
• Implement work zone safety procedures and assist climbers and crew leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.
• Learn, understand, and follow all safety rules and company safety policies.

Skills

Outdoor work ethic

Team player

Safety-conscious

Willing to learn

Valid driver's license

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Greer, SC is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our safety‑driven team. You’ll gain hands‑on field experience in pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous‑tree removal while learning to operate tools and equipment.

This entry‑level role emphasizes on‑the‑job training, teamwork, and professional development through Bartlett’s Research Laboratories and internal advancement opportunities.