Climbing Arborist — Elevate Trees, Grow Your Career

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety 

401(k) retirement savings plan with a 

Employee-owned company & discounted 

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Locations throughout US in major 

Career Development Program supported 

Scholarship Program for Children of 

Charitable matching gift program

all listed benefits available to elig

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Gorham, ME is seeking a Climbing Arborist to trim and remove trees, improve tree health, and protect client properties. Your office is outdoors and you’ll view a new landscape each day.

You will work with a crew, use climbing systems, and perform pruning, removal and installation tasks while adhering to Davey safety standards and customer service expectations.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Required: Valid Driver's license
• Required: Previous Tree Climbing experience
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Responsibilities

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Including but not limited to:
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Skills

Outdoor lover

Valid driver’s license

Tree climbing experience

Forestry background

Orientation program

First aid CPR and defensive driving

Pesticide licenses (preferred)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Gorham, ME is seeking a Climbing Arborist to trim and remove trees, improve tree health, and protect client properties. Your office is outdoors and you’ll view a new landscape each day.

You will work with a crew, use climbing systems, and perform pruning, removal and installation tasks while adhering to Davey safety standards and customer service expectations.