Outdoor Plant Health Care Specialist — Growth & Training

Bartlett; Mount Desert (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision, life, and-dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Licensure/license pay increases

Company uniforms, PPE, gear, and PPE

Boot reimbursement up to 150

Training and education programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts in Mount Desert, ME is seeking an experienced Plant Health Care Specialist to monitor, evaluate, and address the health needs of trees and shrubs on client properties. The role offers hands-on training, a safety-first culture, and opportunities for advancement within Bartlett.

You will perform treatments using spray, injections, and soil applications, communicate with clients, and maintain equipment, all while supporting Bartlett's commitment to safety and professional

Qualifications

• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or related field, or equivalent landscaping experience.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and valid driver's license.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or willingness to obtain (Bartlett will pay).

Responsibilities

• Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative
• Communicating with clients regarding work performed during site visits
• Mixing and applying pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws
• Properly maintaining and operating equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, and other machinery)
• Completing accurate record-keeping and reporting daily
• Safely driving a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day
• Working as a member of a tree care crew, under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License - We will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare!
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
• Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field OR prior experience working in landscaping or horticulture is preferred but not required

Skills

Tree health care

Pesticide application

Client communication

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Record-keeping

License prep

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture

Tools

Spray equipment

Tree injection tools

Soil injection tools

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts in Mount Desert, ME is seeking an experienced Plant Health Care Specialist to monitor, evaluate, and address the health needs of trees and shrubs on client properties. The role offers hands-on training, a safety-first culture, and opportunities for advancement within Bartlett.

You will perform treatments using spray, injections, and soil applications, communicate with clients, and maintain equipment, all while supporting Bartlett's commitment to safety and professional