Arborist Climber Trainee

Overview

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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

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• $20.00 - $25.00 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
• 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 climbing + Pruning + Rigging + Cabling and bracing + Removal of hazardous trees + Tree identification + Properly maintaining and operating equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts) + Implementing work zone safety procedures + Assisting Arborist Climbers and Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground and aloft + Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties * Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

Qualifications

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• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
• 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 preferred but not required

*The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.*

Location : Name

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Southampton Location : State/Province -----------------------------

NY Category ------------

Production Arborist Latest Post Date: englishcareers ------------------------------------

2/24/2026 Type --------

Regular Full-Time