Arborist Trainee Intern | Boulder, CO

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health plan

Paid time off

Scholarship program

Employee stock purchase

Career development

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a student for a Summer 2027 Arborist Trainee Internship in Boulder, CO. This is a temporary, full-time role designed for college students on summer break to gain hands-on field experience.

Starting date is flexible with a focus on learning tree care, pruning, and client service. Rate of pay is $22.00 per hour, with opportunities for advancement and professional safety training provided on hire.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights is preferred.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program and safety trainings on hire.
• First Aid, CPR and defensive driving courses will be required on hire.
• Preferred: Any pesticide licenses/certifications required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew.
• Progressively learn pruning, removal, and client service skills.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in hazardous tree removal and safety-focused operations.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws and chippers.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry/Horticulture background

Orientation & safety training

First Aid/CPR training

Pesticide licenses (if required)

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Broomfield, CO, Broomfield, CO

Additional Locations: None

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229388

Position Overview

Summer 2027 Arborist Trainee Internship with Davey Tree Expert Company

BOULDER, CO

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students who are interested in expanding their field experience in the areas of Tree Care, Plant Health Care, Sales and Client Services.

STARTING DATE: Flexible - We are currently seeking internship candidates for Summer 2027. This is a temporary, full-time position ideal for college students on summer break who want to gain hands‑on experience in the field.

Rate of pay: $22.00 hourly

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.)
• Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
• Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to:
• Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.
• How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• 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 Tree 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
• 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 Trainee 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.

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: Up to 25%