Arboriculture Specialist Trainee

About the Role
Are you passionate about working outdoors in a professional and safe environment? As an Arborist Climber Trainee with Bartlett Tree Experts, you will be an integral member of a tree care crew, gaining practical field experience in scientific tree and shrub care on commercial and residential properties.

Compensation Package
We offer a competitive compensation package including a salary range of $45,000 - $60,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to your base salary, you can also expect:
- 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

Job Responsibilities
As an Arborist Climber Trainee, you will play a crucial role in:
- Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
1. Tree climbing
2. Pruning
3. Rigging
4. Cabling and bracing
5. Removal of hazardous trees
6. Tree identification
7. Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
8. Implementing work zone safety procedures
9. Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft
10. Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties

Requirements
To succeed in this role, you should have:
1. A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
2. Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
3. Valid driver's license
4. Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
5. Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required

Why Work with Us?
Bartlett Tree Experts is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment.

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