Arborist Safety Coordinator

Are you an experienced arborist looking to take your career to the next level? As the Local Office Safety Coordinator (LOSC), you will play a critical role in the success of our business by enhancing the skills, performance, and productivity of trainees and team members in our Portland, Maine office. In this position, you will have the opportunity to assist with developing, implementing, and managing the company’s safety program and serve as the primary trainer within the office.

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 arboricultural certifications

To find out more about what life is like at Bartlett, check us out on Instagram @LifeatBartlett . 

As an LOSC, you will play an important role in:

• Partnering with the local manager and arborist representatives to manage and develop the office safety program
• Providing safe on-site training, mentoring, and supervision of crew members of all skill levels
• Ensuring that each crew member is trained appropriately for each designated job assignment
• Conducting periodic crew, facility, and pesticide storage audits
• Ensuring that new employee orientations are conducted in a meaningful way
• Scheduling and conduct daily Tailgate Safety Meetings
• Ensuring that all tree care work is performed in accordance with industry and company standards
• Performing ground, tree climbing, and aerial lift duties in support of specific job assignments
• Safely performing all aspects of arboriculture, including:
  • Tree identification
  • Tree risk assessments
  • Pruning
  • Removals
  • Cabling and bracing
  • Root collar excavations
  • Properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment (hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts)
• Learning, understanding, and adhering to all safety rules and company safety policies

• At least five (5) years of experience in the tree care industry is preferred.
• Valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions
• Demonstrated ability to conduct group and individual training or prior crew leader experience 
• Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, and self-motivated
• ISA Certified Arborist certification is preferred but not required

The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.