Plant Health Care Specialists

Bartlett Tree Experts; Osterville (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Commuter benefits

Uniforms provided

Boot reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking experienced Plant Health Care Specialists to monitor, evaluate, and address the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. You will work in outdoor settings, following safety protocols and using spray, injection, and soil tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.

Ideal candidates demonstrate a passion for trees, outdoor environments, and professional development, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to

Qualifications

• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Ability to obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Bartlett will pay for exam).
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
• Communicate with clients regarding work performed during site visits.
• Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs following diagnosis, safety procedures, labels, and state laws.
• Maintain and operate equipment and vehicles (hand tools, spray agitators, portable spray equipment, other machinery).
• Complete accurate record-keeping and reporting daily; safely drive a company vehicle to multiple properties.
• Work as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader.

Skills

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Tree/shrub identification

Education

Degree in Arboriculture/Forestry/Horticulture/Turfgrass/Environmental Science/Plant Science/Outdoor Recreation/Agriculture

Job description

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 experienced Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters and 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

• $28.00 - $38.00 per hour
• 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
• Includes commuter fees for ferry, if needed
• 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.

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 dailySafely 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,

Qualifications

• the environment, and the outdoors
• 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
• Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region
• Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
• Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is