Entry-Level Arborist Ground Crew - Hands-On Tree Care

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; East Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Safety‑driven culture

Advancement opportunities

Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Paid time off

Uniforms & PPE

Boot reimbursement

Training & education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Farmingdale, NY is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join a safety‑driven tree care crew. You will gain practical field experience in pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while supporting licensed arborists on residential and commercial properties.

This entry‑level, on‑the‑job training role emphasizes safety, continuous learning, and career development, with full‑time hours, uniforms, and access to Bartlett’s research resources in Charlotte, NC.

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 all aspects of arboriculture.
• Pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing.
• Removal of hazardous trees and equipment operation.
• Maintain safety procedures and assist crew leaders.

Skills

Passion for nature

Outdoor work year-round

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Farmingdale, NY is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join a safety‑driven tree care crew. You will gain practical field experience in pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while supporting licensed arborists on residential and commercial properties.

This entry‑level, on‑the‑job training role emphasizes safety, continuous learning, and career development, with full‑time hours, uniforms, and access to Bartlett’s research resources in Charlotte, NC.