Arborist Climber Trainee

**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. 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**: We offer competitive compensation, as well as:* 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