About the Role
Bartlett Tree Experts is seeking experienced Plant Health Care Specialists who are ambitious self-starters with 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.
Responsibilities
- Perform all functions of integrated pest management programs.
- Conduct tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative.
- Communicate with clients regarding work performed during site visits.
- Mix and apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees and shrubs according to diagnosis, safety procedures, label instructions, and state laws.
- Properly maintain and operate equipment and vehicles.
- Complete accurate record-keeping and reporting daily.
- Safely drive a company vehicle to multiple properties throughout the day.
- Work as a member of a tree care crew under the Arborist Crew Leader's supervision during the off-season.
Requirements
- A passion for nature, the environment, and the outdoors.
- Interest in working outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
- Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
Skills
- Integrated pest management
- Pesticide application
- Fertilizer application
- Equipment maintenance
- Record-keeping
- Driving
- Tree and shrub identification
Location
- Toronto, ON
Work Type
- Regular Full-Time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- Degree or Certificate in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Turfgrass, Environmental Science, Plant Science, Outdoor Recreation, Agriculture or a related field OR prior experience working in landscaping or horticulture is preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- A safety-first culture and professional workplace
- Advancement opportunities
- Life, LTD, ADD, medical and dental insurance
- RPP Plan
- Healthcare spending account
- 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 resources provided by the Bartlett Tree Experts Research Laboratories
About the Company
- At Bartlett, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.
Equal Opportunity
- The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
