Outdoor Arborist Ground Crew — Entry Level

Bartlett; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and development resources

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Hilton Head Island, SC, is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our tree care crew and gain practical field experience on commercial and residential properties. This entry-level role emphasizes on-the-job training, safety, and professional development within a supportive team.

You will learn pruning, rigging, cabling, removal of hazardous trees, and operating hand tools, saws, chippers, and lifts while contributing to a safe, outdoor work environment year-round.

Qualifications

• Entry-level opportunity with on-the-job training
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Willingness to work outdoors year-round in all weather
• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR
• Experience in tree care, landscaping, forestry or horticulture preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Pruning trees, rigging, cabling and bracing as part of the ground crew
• Assist Arborist Climbers and Crew Leaders on ground and aloft
• Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
• Learn safety rules and company safety policies
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment safely
• Adhere to work zone safety procedures

Skills

Safety minded

Team player

Outdoor work

Willing to learn

Criminal background check

Education

Degree in Arboriculture or related field preferred

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Hilton Head Island, SC, is seeking an Arborist Ground Person to join our tree care crew and gain practical field experience on commercial and residential properties. This entry-level role emphasizes on-the-job training, safety, and professional development within a supportive team.

You will learn pruning, rigging, cabling, removal of hazardous trees, and operating hand tools, saws, chippers, and lifts while contributing to a safe, outdoor work environment year-round.