Climbing Arborist Crew Leader- Forest Lake, MN

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) retirement with company match

Health Plan

Employee referral bonus

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children

Discounted stock purchase

Employee-owned company

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to join our Minnesota team. You will direct a crew, manage climbing operations, and ensure high-quality arboricultural care for our clients on site in forested settings.

Based in the Forest Lake area, the role offers competitive wages, options for advancement, and comprehensive benefits through an employee-owned company that values safety, growth, and community partnership.

Qualifications

• Must love the outdoors.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a climbing arborist.
• Able to complete Davey Tree Orientation, First Aid/CPR and defensive driving on hire.
• Preferred: Pesticide licenses and related certificates.
• Preferred: ISA Arborist, ISA Tree Worker, and TCIA Tree Care Safety Professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work.
• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for clients using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
• Maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Assess jobsite hazards and follow the H.O.P.E. process.

Skills

Arborist experience

Outdoors affinity

First Aid/CPR training

Defensive driving

Pesticide licenses

ISA/TCIA certifications

CDL preferred

Job description

Position Overview

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Lead to our office in the Forrest Lake, MN area. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Columbus, MN

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 230778

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.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a climbing arborist.
• 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

Competitive wages based on experience, starting at $34-$40 per hour.

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 partnership, 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

Up to 25%