Entry-Level Arborist Ground Technician

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$17.50 - $19.00 per hour

Safety-first culture and professional‑

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Industry credential/license pay raises

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear,和

Boot reimbursement up to 150

Training & continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Olympia, WA is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join a safety‑focused tree care crew. You will gain hands‑on training in pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous removal while supporting climbers on the ground and aloft.

This entry‑level role emphasizes on‑the‑job learning, equipment operation, and adherence to safety policies, with advancement potential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and outdoors.
• Willing to work outdoors year-round in all weather.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a team.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Degree in related fields preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn on-the-job to safely perform all arboriculture tasks.
• Prune trees, rigging, cabling, bracing, removal of hazardous trees.
• Operate equipment safely: hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Maintain work zone safety procedures.
• Support Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft.
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry degree

Environmental/Plant science degree

Tools

Chainsaws & chippers

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Olympia, WA is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join a safety‑focused tree care crew. You will gain hands‑on training in pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous removal while supporting climbers on the ground and aloft.

This entry‑level role emphasizes on‑the‑job learning, equipment operation, and adherence to safety policies, with advancement potential and comprehensive benefits.