Ground Arborist Apprentice — Outdoor Tree Care

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Boot reimbursement

Uniforms and PPE

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Northampton, MA is seeking an Arborist Ground Person for an entry‑level, hands‑on role on our tree care crews. You’ll gain practical field experience in pruning, rigging, and equipment operation.

This position emphasizes safety, learning, and career development with on‑the‑job training, a supportive team, and opportunities to advance within Bartlett as you build credentials and experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature, environment and outdoors.
• Willingness to learn and work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prior tree care/landscaping/forestry experience preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Plant Science/Environmental Science or related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture (pruning, rigging, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees).
• Properly maintain and operate equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Implement work zone safety procedures and follow safety rules/policies.
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft; help with driving, backing, dumping and parking duties.

Skills

Nature outdoors

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

Education

Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture degree

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Northampton, MA is seeking an Arborist Ground Person for an entry‑level, hands‑on role on our tree care crews. You’ll gain practical field experience in pruning, rigging, and equipment operation.

This position emphasizes safety, learning, and career development with on‑the‑job training, a supportive team, and opportunities to advance within Bartlett as you build credentials and experience.