Landscape - Arborist

$41,600 - $57,200/Yr

CSP MTG LLC - Boca Raton, FL

Part-time - Entry Level

Boca Raton, FL

About the position

CSP Management is seeking a part-time certified arborist to plant and maintain trees for clients in public spaces. The role involves consulting with clients on landscaping needs, ensuring the safety of trees, and performing various arboricultural tasks. The ideal candidate will be dedicated, hard-working, and possess strong communication skills to work effectively with teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Meeting with clients to discuss their landscaping needs.
• Assessing soil and space requirements for new trees.
• Planting new trees or woody plants.
• Identifying and treating diseased trees.
• Trimming tree branches and pruning trees.
• Testing and maintaining soil conditions.
• Applying specialized tree fertilizers.
• Applying pesticides if necessary.
• Removing dead or unwanted trees.

Requirements

• Certified arborist required.
• Past experience as a landscaper/groundskeeper preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in botany, biology, or horticulture.
• Proven work experience as an arborist.
• Advanced knowledge of tree biology and tree anatomy.
• Knowledge of soil biology and fertilizer compositions.
• Familiarity with climbing equipment.
• Ability to operate handsaws and mechanical devices.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and at heights.
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects.
• Good communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management skills
• Bi-lingual
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Prioritize and multitask

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities