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Bartlett Tree Experts

Arborist Plant Health Care Specialist

Bartlett Tree Experts, Chesterfield, Missouri, United States, 63005

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Overview Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking an experienced Plant Health Care Specialist who is an ambitious self-starter with a passion for preserving and caring for trees. The role focuses on monitoring, evaluating, and providing the plant health care needs of trees and shrubs on commercial and residential properties. Bartlett offers a safety-first culture, opportunities for advancement, and support for professional development.

Responsibilities

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

Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region

Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License ( Bartlett will pay for the cost of the exam and help you prepare )

Valid driver's license

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

Qualifications

Passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors

Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions

Valid driver’s license

Learn to identify trees and shrubs common to the region

Benefits

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

Company provided uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment

Boot reimbursement up to $150

Access to training and continuing education programs

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

Location: St. Louis, MO

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