Hands-On Arborist Climber Trainee

Bartlett Tree Experts; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities - we promote

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Licensing pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Training and education programs

Research Laboratories resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Ashburn, VA to join a tree care crew and gain hands-on field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training and a pathway to advanced credentials within a safety-first culture.

You will learn tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while maintaining equipment and following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including
• Tree climbing
• Pruning
• Rigging
• Cabling and bracing
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Tree identification
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Implementing work zone safety procedures
• Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft
• Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an Arborist Climber Trainee in Ashburn, VA to join a tree care crew and gain hands-on field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training and a pathway to advanced credentials within a safety-first culture.

You will learn tree climbing, pruning, rigging, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees while maintaining equipment and following safety procedures.