Climbing Arborist

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement with company match

Employee-owned company

Group health plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program for children of员工

Charitable matching gifts

Stock purchase options

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist to trim and remove trees, manage diseased limbs, and protect health and safety in outdoor environments. You’ll climb with Davey systems, work with a ground crew, and perform pruning, removal, cabling, bracing, and lightning protection installation for clients in Leander, TX.

Applicants should have a love of the outdoors and at least one year of tree climbing experience, with preferred forestry or horticulture background and relevant

Qualifications

• Outdoor work enthusiasm and reliability.
• At least 1 year of tree climbing experience.
• Willingness to complete safety training and licensing as required.
• Ability to work at heights and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Climb and prune/remove trees safely and efficiently.
• Operate climbing systems like DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS.
• Coordinate with ground crew and crew leader on job sites.
• Maintain equipment including chainsaws and aerial lifts.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

1 year tree climbing experience

Be physically fit

Education

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Licenses/certificates (pesticide etc.)

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Position Overview

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.

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for 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
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Be part of the most progressive greenspace stewardship team in the industry. How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• 1 year tree climbing experience
• 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 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 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. 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].

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Leander, TX

Additional Locations: none

Work Site: On Site

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%