Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee | Outdoor Arborist Path

Bartlett; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

401k retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Credential/license pay increases

Uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Training and continuing education

Access to Bartlett Research Labs in NC

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking entry-level Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters and passionate about preserving trees. The role focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and addressing plant health needs on commercial and residential properties in Northampton, MA.

The position offers hands-on training from Bartlett's arborists, a safety-first culture, advancement opportunities, and industry credential pay increases.

Qualifications

• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.

Skills

Pesticide license readiness

Education

Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field

Job description

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking entry-level Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters and passionate about preserving trees. The role focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and addressing plant health needs on commercial and residential properties in Northampton, MA.

The position offers hands-on training from Bartlett's arborists, a safety-first culture, advancement opportunities, and industry credential pay increases.