Climber

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Overtime possible

Equipment provided

Employee-owned company

Stock purchase plan

Referral bonus

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Job summary

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, seeks a Climber/Trimmer in Rutland, VT to prune and remove trees for electric utility providers. You will climb using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems and work on-site with a crew to safely manage vegetation around lines. Starting pay is $28.00/hour (experience-based).

Travel and overtime opportunities exist; all safety gear and equipment are provided. We offer employee-owned company benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement preferred.
• Line clearance experience or related tree work required.
• Willing to complete Davey Tree orientation and safety courses on hire.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Prune and remove trees safely for major electric utility providers.
• Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
• Identify trees and follow industry pruning guidelines.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, lifts.
• Work as a crew member with ground crew and foreperson.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL-A or CDL-B with Airbrake

Line clearance experience

ISA/TCIA certifications preferred

Job description

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Climber/Trimmer

Job Duties

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson
• How high you grow depends on you!

Company: Davey Tree Surgery Co.

Locations: Rutland, VT

Additional Locations: N/A

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 229502

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking

• Love of the outdoors
• 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
• REQUIRED: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• REQUIRED: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide 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:

• Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
• Starting pay: $28.00/hour (based on experience)
• Opportunity to travel
• Opportunity for overtime work
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Employee referral bonus program
• 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 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 utility tree climber to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

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.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. 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.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%