Aspiring Climbing Arborist — Paid Training & Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

Hourly pay starting at $20.00 - $24.00

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US in major

Career Development Program supported

Scholarship Program for Children of

Charitable matching gift program

all listed benefits available to

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dedicated team member for an on-site role in Atlanta, GA. You will trim and remove trees, develop climbing skills, and work with a crew to deliver safe, high-quality pruning and removal services.

We value outdoor lovers and provide paid training, safety certifications, and opportunities for advancement within a growing employee-owned company. Join us for a stable career with industry-leading equipment and benefits.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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!

Skills

Love of outdoors

Tree climbing

Education

Forestry / Horticulture background

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dedicated team member for an on-site role in Atlanta, GA. You will trim and remove trees, develop climbing skills, and work with a crew to deliver safe, high-quality pruning and removal services.

We value outdoor lovers and provide paid training, safety certifications, and opportunities for advancement within a growing employee-owned company. Join us for a stable career with industry-leading equipment and benefits.