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Bartlett Tree Experts-Cape & Islands Arborist Climber Trainee in Nantucket, Massachusetts
If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional & safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, & 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 & shrub care on commercial & residential properties. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to develop your career in arboriculture through hands-on, on-the-job training. Housing options are available!!! Benefits We offer competitive compensation, as well as: A safety-first culture & professional workplace Advancement opportunities - we promote from within Medical, dental, vision, life, & disability insurance 401k retirement plan Paid time off & holidays Industry credential/license pay increases - we encourage & invest in your professional development Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, & equipment Boot reimbursement up to \$150 Employee referral bonus program Access to training, continuing education programs, & 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 & bracing Removal of hazardous trees Tree identification Properly maintaining & operating equipment (h& tools, chainsaws, chippers, & aerial lifts) Implementing work zone safety procedures Assisting Arborist Climbers & Arborist Crew Leaders working on the ground & aloft Assisting with driving, backing, dumping, & parking duties Learning, understanding, & adhering to all safety rules & company safety policies Qualifications A passion for nature, the environment, & the outdoors Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions Valid driver\'s license A positive attitude, willingness to learn, & 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