Summer Tree Care Internship
Be a Summer Tree Hero!
Pay starting at $17.00/hour
Star-Tribune Top Workplace!
As a Summer Tree Care Intern at Rainbow Treecare (a division of Rainbow Tree Company), your primary responsibility will be to provide treatments that control insects and diseases and improve the health of trees. Rainbow is committed to protecting the urban forest by managing the spread of invasive pests and diseases in the Twin Cities, one tree at a time. As a green industry student, you will gain hands-on experience in positively impacting our urban forest. We will train anyone passionate about working outdoors for our 100% employee-owned local company.
This is a full-time weekday summer position based out of our Minnetonka, Little Canada, or Burnsville location. We can accommodate start and end dates that coincide with your summer schedule as a college student. This position can fulfill college internship requirements for college degrees.
What You Will Do:
- Pick up company vehicle at the shop, conduct safety checks and proceed to assigned locations
- Spend your day outside mixing and applying our products according to company, state, and federal standards
- Apply treatment, monitoring to ensure proper uptake
- Electronically record treatments
- Communicate with homeowners in a positive, professional manner
Qualifications:
- Must be 18+
- Obtain pesticide applicator’s license (we will schedule & pay for test)
- Valid driver’s license and a commitment to safe driving.
- Ability to work outdoors in all terrain and inclement weather
What We Offer:
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Training
- Overtime
- Fulfills college credits for internships and class requirements.
- Advancement Opportunities – we promote from within!
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Work is performed outdoors in any weather element. May be required to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to conditions including chemicals, the use of tools, and equipment. Safety precautions must be followed at all times, including the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and other safety equipment. Must be able to lift 50 pounds at any given time.
You Should Know:
Rainbow Tree Company (www.rainbowtreecompany.com) is 100% employee-owned and our employees are the core of our success. We are values-based, work collaboratively, and foster teamwork through communication and integrity.
We are a multi-faceted company dedicated to serving clients around the world, transforming the way ecosystems are maintained. We lead with innovation and achieve predictable results through science-based practices, research, and training.
At Rainbow, we celebrate our differences and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status.
Rainbow Tree Company is recognized as a Star-Tribune Top Workplace!