Ground Arborist Apprentice — Outdoor Tree Care

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Upper Dublin Township (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and STD

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and education resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Ground Person to join a professional outdoor crew. You will gain hands-on experience in pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous-tree removal, all while supporting safe operations on residential and commercial properties.

We offer on-the-job training, a safety-first culture, and opportunities for advancement. A valid driver’s license and a positive attitude are important as you develop skills in arboriculture and equipment handling.

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

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing, removal of hazardous trees, and operating equipment.
• Implementing work zone safety procedures and assisting Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on the ground and aloft.

Skills

Passion for nature

Outdoor work

Team player

Experience in arboriculture

Driver's license

Related degree preferred

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Plant Science or related field

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is hiring an Arborist Ground Person to join a professional outdoor crew. You will gain hands-on experience in pruning, rigging, cabling, and hazardous-tree removal, all while supporting safe operations on residential and commercial properties.

We offer on-the-job training, a safety-first culture, and opportunities for advancement. A valid driver’s license and a positive attitude are important as you develop skills in arboriculture and equipment handling.