Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Overview

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 with 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.

Starting Pay
: $18.00 to $25.00 based on experience and credentials. This is a regular full-time position based in Portland, ME.

• 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 daily
• Safely 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
• Currently hold a Maine Pesticide License (preferred), will train the right person
• 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
• A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
• Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• 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 preferred but not required

• Strong safety mindset with willingness to follow procedures
• Effective communication with clients and team members
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Current Maine Pesticide License (or willingness to obtain);
  Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (cost covered by Bartlett)
• Valid driver s license
• Folks who are passionate about nature and the outdoors

• 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 invest in your professional development
• Company-paid apparel, PPE, gear, and equipment
• Boot reimbursement up to $150.00 for Tree Work / Provided free of charge, Waterproof Pesticide Boots
• Access to training, continuing education programs, and resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

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

Location:

Portland, ME

Job Type: Regular Full-Time