Climbing Arborist Crew Lead

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Gibsonia (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Employee-owned company

Health Plan

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Career Development Program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Gibsonia, PA seeks a climbing arborist crew leader to direct a crew, perform pruning, cabling, removal, and safety-minded arboriculture for clients outdoors.

You will mentor crew members, operate chainsaws, chippers, and lifts, and complete safety trainings; this on-site full-time role offers benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must love the outdoors and be able to lead a crew
• Completion of Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program on hire
• Completion of Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving on hire

Responsibilities

• Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks.
• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for clients.
• Perform pruning, thinning and removal of deadwood in tree canopies.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Remove hazardous trees when required.
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Leadership

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Tree Worker

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Position Overview

Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks by performing the following duties.

Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations

Gibsonia, PA

Additional Locations

NA

Work Site

On Site

Req ID

226866

Job Duties

Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks by performing the following duties.

What You’ll Do

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Including but not limited to:
• Jobsite Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

What We’re Looking for

• 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
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist ®, ISA Certified Tree Worker ®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional ®

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 Crew Leader 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.

Contact

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%