Summary

If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe setting, 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 prospect 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
Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental
RPP Plan, Healthcare spending account, and paid vacation and holidays
Industry credential/license pay increases
Company‑paid uniforms, PPE, gear, and equipment
Boot reimbursement up to $200
Access to training, continuing education programs, and a variety of resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories

Responsibilities

As an Arborist Ground Person, you will play an key role in:
Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform all aspects of arboriculture,



including:
Pruning
Rigging
Cabling and bracing
Removals
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
A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors
Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record
A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team
Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, turf care, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field is preferred but not required

Location

Maple Ridge, BC

EEO Statement

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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