Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Bartlett; Monroe (CT); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Safety-first culture

Advancement opportunities

Health, dental, vision, life, and long

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear & equipment

Boot reimbursement

Training & professional development

Zusammenfassung

Bartlett Tree Experts in Monroe, CT, is seeking an entry-level Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee to monitor, evaluate, and address tree and shrub health on residential and commercial properties.

You will receive hands-on training from a dedicated team of arborists in a safety-first environment.

Qualifikationen

• Entry-level position; willingness to learn integrated pest management (IPM).
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License is preferred; Bartlett will cover exam costs and prep.

Aufgaben

• Learn and perform IPM tasks, including tree and shrub treatments with prescribed methods.
• Communicate with clients about work performed during site visits.
• Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees/shrubs per label, safety rules, and state laws.
• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray gear, etc.).
• Complete accurate daily records and safely drive to multiple properties.

Kenntnisse

Outdoor work

Safety mindset

Client communication

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science or related field

Jobbeschreibung

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.

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

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett.

To ensure your success, we provide hand 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
  • 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.

Monroe

CT

Plant Health Care

10/16/2026

Regular Full-Time