Arborist Intern: Outdoor Tree Care & Growth

Davey Tree Expert Co; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climbing gear

PPE provided

Paid online learning

Career development

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee for Spring–Summer 2027 in Leander, TX. The office is outdoors, with work on residential and commercial properties and field experiences across tree care, plant health care, sales and client services.

Expect 40–50 hours per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. Starting wage is $20.00 per hour, with mentorship from a dedicated manager and opportunities to advance through a structured career development program.

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline.
• Driver’s license required; commercial driver’s license highly valuable.
• Enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture.
• Love of the Outdoors and willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude and punctuality; report to work regularly.
• Collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn tree care, plant health care and client services.
• Assist with tree climbing and chainsaw operations.
• Work on residential and commercial properties and in an office setting.
• Receive mentorship from a manager.
• Gain field experience across divisions.

Skills

Arboriculture

Urban Forestry

Horticulture

Landscape Design

Forestry

Driver's license

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee for Spring–Summer 2027 in Leander, TX. The office is outdoors, with work on residential and commercial properties and field experiences across tree care, plant health care, sales and client services.

Expect 40–50 hours per week, Monday–Friday with some Saturdays. Starting wage is $20.00 per hour, with mentorship from a dedicated manager and opportunities to advance through a structured career development program.