Climbing Arborist Crew Lead | Monroe, MI | Spring 2025

Davey Tree Expert Co; Michigan; On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading employee-owned company as a Climbing Arborist Crew Lead, where your office is the great outdoors! This exciting role involves directing a skilled crew in providing top-notch arboricultural care, including tree climbing, pruning, and removal of hazardous trees. You'll have the chance to mentor fellow tree care professionals while ensuring safety and efficiency on every job site. With a commitment to employee development and a culture that values community and safety, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment. If you love the outdoors and want to make a difference, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee referral bonus program

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Charitable matching gift program

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

Group Health Plan

Qualifications

• Passion for the outdoors and tree care.
• Completion of required safety and training programs upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care and tree maintenance.
• Mentor crew members and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Tree Climbing

Arboricultural Care

Mentoring

Safety Procedures

Education

Relevant Pesticide Licenses

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Tree Worker

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial Lifts

Job description

Climbing Arborist Crew Lead | Monroe, MI | Spring 2025

Primary Locations: MI, Monroe, 805 N. Dixie Highway, 48162

Requisition ID: 206038

Position Overview

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

Job 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.

Qualifications

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

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 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.

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: None