Arborist Climber Trainee
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.
As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew working alongside Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on, on-the-job training.
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
- Employee referral bonus program
- 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
As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will play an important role in :
Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including :Tree climbingPruningRiggingCabling and bracingRemoval of hazardous treesTree identificationProperly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)Implementing work zone safety proceduresAssisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloftAssisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking dutiesLearning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policiesQualifications
A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoorsInterest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditionsValid driver's licenseA positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary teamPrior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not requiredDegree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not requiredThe F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
Location
Lake Geneva
State / Province
WI
Category
Production Arborist
Type
Regular Full-Time