Arborist Crew Leader | Chippers, Inc.

Davey Tree Expert Co; Meredith (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team of tree care professionals as a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader! This role offers the chance to work outdoors, leading a crew in providing top-notch arboricultural care. You'll be responsible for climbing trees, pruning, and maintaining equipment while mentoring others in their career development. With a commitment to safety and unrivaled client service, this employee-owned company provides a unique culture that values ideas and community partnerships. Enjoy benefits like paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment. Embrace the outdoors with a new view every day!

Benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Relocation Assistance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee referral bonus program

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Charitable matching gift program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of tree climbing experience required.
• Previous experience as a Crew Leader or Foreman is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care safely and productively.
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Leadership

Outdoor Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

Background in Forestry

Background in Horticulture

Background in Landscaping

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Job description

Primary Locations: NH, Meredith, 29 Foundry Avenue, Unit 29G, 3253

Requisition ID: 205232

Compensation Data

Salary: $28 - $35 hourly (Depending on experience, certifications and licensing)

Position Overview

Direct screw members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks by performing the following duties.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our 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
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Required: Minimum 2 years of tree climbing experience
• Required: Previous experience as a Crew Leader or Foreman
• 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 CDL, pesticide applicator's license and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Relocation Assistance *if needed*
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• 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
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

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 exchange of ideas, community partnerships, 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 Crew Leader to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Chippers, Inc., a Davey Company, was founded in 1986 and provides tree, land, and forest care services across Woodstock, Vermont; Meredith, New Hampshire; and Enfield, New Hampshire. Our services also include garden maintenance, installations and Interiorscapes, and a maple sugaring operation. Chippers is all about your life outside. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: None