Entry-Level Arborist Climber – Hands-On Training & Growth

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Marshall (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms PPE gear

Boot reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our outdoor tree-care team. You will receive practical, on-the-job training while performing climbing, pruning, rigging, and other essential arboriculture tasks on residential and commercial properties.

You will grow professionally in a safety-first, learning-rich environment with opportunities for advancement and credential support. This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on practice and teamwork across Bartlett's nationwide

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and the outdoors.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• A positive attitude and ability to learn in a multidisciplinary team.
• 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

Responsibilities

• As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will learn on-the-job to safely perform all arboriculture tasks such as climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing.
• Assist with removal of hazardous trees and tree identification.
• Maintain and operate hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Help implement work zone safety procedures and support ground and aloft crews.

Skills

Outdoor work

Passion for nature

Driver's license

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture or related field (preferred)

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee to join our outdoor tree-care team. You will receive practical, on-the-job training while performing climbing, pruning, rigging, and other essential arboriculture tasks on residential and commercial properties.

You will grow professionally in a safety-first, learning-rich environment with opportunities for advancement and credential support. This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on practice and teamwork across Bartlett's nationwide