Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Baton Rouge Telco Federal Credit Union; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks entry-level Plant Health Care Specialists who are passionate about nature and outdoor work. This exciting role focuses on monitoring and providing care for trees and shrubs in both commercial and residential settings. With a strong commitment to safety and professional development, you'll receive hands-on training from experienced arborists. Enjoy a supportive workplace that values your growth, offering competitive benefits and advancement opportunities. If you love the outdoors and want to make a difference in plant health, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Company Provided Uniforms

Boot Reimbursement

Access to Training Programs

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using various tools.
• Communicate with clients regarding work performed.

Skills

Manual Labor

Communication Skills

Pesticide Application

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Arboriculture

Degree in Environmental Science

Prior Experience in Tree Care

Tools

Spray Equipment

Hand Tools

Portable Spray Equipment

Job description

Overview

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.

We are seeking entry-level Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters, that have a passion for preserving and caring for trees. This position will focus on monitoring, evaluating, and providing the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, as well as:

• A safety-first culture and professional workplace
• Advancement opportunities - we promote from within
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage and invest in your professional development
• Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories in Charlotte, NC

Responsibilities

To ensure your success, we provide hands-on training provided by Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists. As a Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee, you will play an important role in:

• Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs, including:
  • 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

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 if preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Location

Guilford, CT

Category

Plant Health Care

Latest Post Date

2/10/2025

Type

Regular Full-Time