Job Description

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 Ground Person, 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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$18.00 - $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 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

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As an Arborist Ground Person, you will play an important role in:Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture, including:
+ Pruning trees
+ Rigging
+ Cabling and bracing
+ Removal of hazardous trees
+ 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 performing manual labor in all weather conditions A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required Valid driver's license Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science 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

: Ashland

Location : State/Province

: MA

Category

: Production Arborist

Latest Post Date: englishcareers

: 11/10/2025

Type

: Regular Full-Time