Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee

Job summary

The specialist trainee will perform integrated pest management programs, including applying treatments to trees and shrubs using specialized tools. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, communicating with clients, and ensuring accurate daily record-keeping.

Job details

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 entry-level Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters, that have 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. Benefits Compensation $18-$24 per hour, depending on qualifications, 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 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 To ensure your success, we provide hand on training provided by Bartlett's dedicated team of arborists. As a Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee, you will play an important role in: Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs, including: 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 Qualifications A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors Interest in working outdoors year-round, performing manual labor in all weather conditions 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 and clean motor vehicle record Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry if preferred but not required The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. Location : Name Fort Collins Location : State/Province CO Category Plant Health Care Latest Post Date: englishcareers 8/28/2026 Type Regular Full-Time

What you’ll do

The specialist trainee will perform integrated pest management programs, including applying treatments to trees and shrubs using specialized tools. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, communicating with clients, and ensuring accurate daily record-keeping.

Requirements

Candidates should have a passion for the outdoors and the ability to perform manual labor in all weather conditions. A valid driver's license is required, and a degree in a related field such as Arboriculture or Horticulture is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Disability insurance • 401k retirement plan • Paid time off • Paid holidays • Industry credential pay increases • Uniforms • Personal protective equipment • Boot reimbursement • Continuing education

Listed skills

• record keeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Plant health care
• Integrated pest management
• Tree care
• Shrub care
• Pesticide application
• Fertilizer application
• Equipment maintenance
• Record keeping
• Driving
• Arboriculture
• Horticulture
• Manual labor
• Hand Tools
• Record Keeping
• Pesticide Applicator License
• Time Off Management
• Safety Procedures
• Valid Driver's License
• Plant Science
• Fertilizers
• Management
• Communication
• Environmental Science
• Forestry
• Lifelong Learning
• Machinery
• Pesticides
• Scientific Studies
• Soil Science
• State Laws

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Agriculture
• Trades
• Science & Research
• Plant Health Care Specialist
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