Climbing Arborist: Elevate Trees & Safe Pruning

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company 1.

Health plan

Employee-owned company

Stock purchase options

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist to join our outdoor team in Burr Ridge, IL. You’ll perform pruning, removal, and cabling work, using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems, while ensuring safety and client satisfaction.

We offer paid time off, retirement plans with company match, health benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Starting pay is $25–$30 per hour, dependent on experience and skill level, with overtime and weekend work available.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• Preferred forestry/ horticulture/ landscaping background
• Ability to complete Davey Tree Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Preferred: pesticide licenses if required by state law

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as a crew member with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform pruning and removal work safely for clients.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Remove hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and related tools.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Willingness to learn orientation

Education

Forestry/ horticulture/ landscaping background

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist to join our outdoor team in Burr Ridge, IL. You’ll perform pruning, removal, and cabling work, using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems, while ensuring safety and client satisfaction.

We offer paid time off, retirement plans with company match, health benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Starting pay is $25–$30 per hour, dependent on experience and skill level, with overtime and weekend work available.