Climbing Arborist

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Start Date: 3/27/23  Compensation: $19 - $25

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! 

Position Overview -Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties. 

 

Responsibilities/Duties

  • How high you grow depends on you!
  • Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
  • Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreman.
  • Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
  • Including but not limited to:
  • Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
  • Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
  • Removal of hazardous trees
  • Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Love of the outdoors
  • Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
  • Ability to complete the Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
  • Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer:* 

  • Paid Time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
  • Group Health Plan
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees  
Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required.  

Contact Information

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Contact Name: Juliette Serrano
Email: juliette.serranocruz@davey.com
Phone: 4126949663
Website: Apply Online