Arboretum Groundskeeper
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Bartlett Tree Experts
Charlotte, NC, US
Summary
The groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the Arboretum's 350+ acres through tasks such as mowing, pruning, and plant health care. They must also adhere to all safety policies and participate in on-the-job training.
Job Description
Overview
If you enjoy working outdoors in a professional and safe environment, consider a career with Bartlett Tree Experts! At the Bartlett Charlotte Arboretum, we value a strong culture of excellence in safety, scientific research, lifelong learning, and career development.
Our team is responsible for a wide range of job tasks here at the Arboretum's 350+ acres:Mowing & turf care, spreading mulch/woodchips, herbicide & weeding, leaf cleanup, remediation of deer damage on plants, plant health care, tree and shrub pruning and removals, as well several other minor but important tasks.
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
- 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 a member of the Arboretum staff, you will play an important role in:
- Learning through on-the-job training to safely perform various job tasks as listed above
- 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 performing manual labor in all weather conditions
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a multi-disciplinary team
- Prior tree care, landscaping, forestry, or horticulture experience is preferred but not required
- Valid driver's license
The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
Location : Name
Research Lab
Location : State/Province
NC
Category
Research Lab and Arboretum
Latest Post Date: englishcareers
9/16/2026
Type
Regular Full-Time
The trees and shrubs us are valuable assets that deserve care and protection. For over 100 years, Bartlett Tree Experts has been providing residential and commercial property owners the services needed to help keep those trees healthy and beautiful. Services: inventory management, pruning, fertilization, insect & disease suppression, soil management, lightning protection, cabling and bracing and removals.
Founded
1907
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Agriculture
Org type
Privately Held
The trees and shrubs us are valuable assets that deserve care and protection. For over 100 years, Bartlett Tree Experts has been providing residential and commercial property owners the services needed to help keep those trees healthy and beautiful. Services: inventory management, pruning, fertilization, insect & disease suppression, soil management, lightning protection, cabling and bracing and removals.
Founded
1907
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Agriculture
Org type
Privately Held
