Outdoor Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee — Hands-On Training

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Seekonk (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Advancement opportunities

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Company uniforms, PPE, gear, and equip

Training and continuing education

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an entry-level Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee to monitor and support the health of trees on residential and commercial properties in Seekonk, MA. You will receive hands-on training from a team of experienced arborists to support integrated pest management and landscape care.

The role emphasizes outdoor work year-round, safety, and ongoing professional development with opportunities for license sponsorship and advancement within Bartlett Tree Experts.

Qualifications

• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
• Interest in working outdoors year-round, performing manual labor 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.
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry

Responsibilities

• Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs.
• 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.
• 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 supervision during the off-season

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety-minded

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Plant Science/Landscape Management/Environmental Science

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an entry-level Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee to monitor and support the health of trees on residential and commercial properties in Seekonk, MA. You will receive hands-on training from a team of experienced arborists to support integrated pest management and landscape care.

The role emphasizes outdoor work year-round, safety, and ongoing professional development with opportunities for license sponsorship and advancement within Bartlett Tree Experts.