Ground Ops Technician & Arborist Trainee — Free Training

LUCAS TREE EXPERTS; Boothbay (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-the-Job Training (Including<br

High earning potential with weekly<br

Safety first culture

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off and paid holidays

Competitive and comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Work outdoors!

Job summary

Lucas Tree Experts in Dover-Foxcroft, ME is seeking a Ground Operations Technician / Arborist Trainee. This full-time outdoor role involves learning all aspects of the trade—felling, climbing, rigging, equipment operation, and vegetation management—through paid, on-the-job training.

No prior tree-industry experience is required; we offer licensing support, wage increases as you progress, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• No prior tree-industry experience required; paid on-the-job training.
• Must be willing to obtain a CDL A or B license and licenses/certifications as required.
• Must be able to work 45 hours per week and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must be 18+ with HS diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Manual removal of vegetation from work areas.
• Pesticide application.
• Safely operating forestry equipment (skidders, mowers, chainsaws, ATVs).
• Perform line clearance, pruning, and removals.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Ground operations

Arborist trainee

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Job description

Lucas Tree Experts in Dover-Foxcroft, ME is seeking a Ground Operations Technician / Arborist Trainee. This full-time outdoor role involves learning all aspects of the trade—felling, climbing, rigging, equipment operation, and vegetation management—through paid, on-the-job training.

No prior tree-industry experience is required; we offer licensing support, wage increases as you progress, and a comprehensive benefits package.