Arborist Trainee Full Time

Lucas Tree Experts, a leader in the tree care industry, is looking for motivated individuals to join the team as an Arborist Trainee in Northern & Central Vermont.

No experience in the tree industry necessary! Lucas Tree Experts provides opportunities for career advancement through FREE on-the-job training for those willing, able, and interested in learning this skilled trade.

Lucas Tree Experts will not only pay for your licensing and certifications to advance your career in the Tree Industry, but they will also provide wage increases for each that is obtained along the way. Motivated individuals to have the opportunity to build a strong foundation for their future career all while obtaining multiple pay raises and opportunities to advance from within. 

Why Lucas Tree?

• Free On-the-Job Training (Including CDL)
• High earning potential with weekly incentives
• Safety first culture prioritizing safety of our employees before profit and production quotas
• Well maintained and quality equipment with thorough field training
• Advancement opportunities for pay raises through skillset completion and career growth by obtaining tree care industry licensing and certifications, paid for by Lucas Tree
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Competitive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Work outdoors

This is a full time, year-round, outdoor, physical labor opportunity. Duties include manual removal of vegetation from work areas, running various forestry equipment, performing line clearance, pruning, and removals. Motivated individuals have the opportunity for annual gross earning potential of $40,000 – $48,000 on average.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma/GED/or equivalent.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work outside in various types of weather.
• Must be physically able to perform the requirements of the position (i.e., walk on uneven grounds, carry 75 lbs).
• Must be willing to work at varying heights.
• Must be willing and able to learn how to run a bucket truck & operate equipment safely.
• Must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain licenses & certifications as required by the position in order to grow your career (this is paid for by Lucas Tree Experts).
• Must be able to successfully complete a post offer physical & drug screen as well as a background and motor vehicle check.

Lucas Tree Experts offers paid, hands-on, on-the-job training, paid educational courses for advancement in the industry. We also offer safety and bonus incentive programs as well as a complete benefits package.

Come work for a company that offers advancement opportunities and a great quality of work life!

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