Climbing Arborist

Davey Tree Expert Co; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co is seeking passionate individuals for a Tree Trimmer role in Winston-Salem, NC. This full-time position involves climbing trees, tree pruning and removal, and requires a valid driver's license. The company provides industry-leading training, growth opportunities, and benefits through union agreements.

Benefits

Health insurance

Pension

Employee-owned company

Scholarship program for children of employees

Charitable matching gift program

Qualifications

• Completion of the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Line clearance experience or other related tree work preferred.
• Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees and perform tree pruning and removal services safely.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws and aerial lifts.
• Work as an active crew member alongside ground crew and foreperson.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Tree identification knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Completion of the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program

Valid driver’s license

Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement (preferred)

Job description

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Company:The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations:Winston Salem, NC
Additional Locations:NA
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:212758

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• 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!

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
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
• Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension
• 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

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.

TheDavey 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.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%