Climbing Arborist

Davey Tree Expert Co; Village of Spring Valley (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Climbing Arborist, where your love for the outdoors and teamwork will thrive. In this engaging role, you'll be responsible for trimming and removing trees, ensuring their health and safety while working alongside a passionate team. With opportunities for advancement and comprehensive training programs, your career will flourish in a supportive environment. Enjoy the benefits of working for one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation, where your contributions make a real difference every day.

Benefits

Paid time off

Group health plan

Employee referral bonus program

Career development program

Qualifications

• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Relevant pesticide licenses if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees and limbs to promote health and safety.
• Climb trees using climbing systems and support the ground crew.

Skills

Tree Pruning

Climbing Skills

Safety Awareness

Team Collaboration

Education

Background in Forestry

Horticulture Experience

Landscaping Knowledge

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Job description

Position Overview

Trim and remove trees, and remove unwanted, diseased, or dying limbs to promote the health and safety of trees and surrounding areas by performing the following duties.

Compensation

$25-$32 per hour (Based on experience)

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Support the ground crew and work collaboratively with the foreman as an active crew member.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal safely and skillfully for clients, including:
• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Installing cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Removing hazardous trees.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors.
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or experience working at heights.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete Davey’s first aid, CPR, and defensive driving courses upon hire.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• Group health plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout the US in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career development program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skills trainers.

*All listed benefits are available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

Invest in your future by joining one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey fosters a culture of open idea exchange, community partnership, safety commitment, and delivering exceptional client service while leading in horticultural and environmental services.

We are seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors with a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, veteran status, Indigenous status, or other protected classifications.

We provide research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental clients in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, colleagues, and the environment. We offer the resources, size, and stability of a large company while maintaining a small-company culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and a rewarding, safe work environment. Interested in growing your career? There’s a place for you at Davey. Learn more at Davey.com.

Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations will be made for employees with disabilities as required by law or upon request to enable them to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: None