Climbing Arborist Foreman — Lead Outdoor Tree Crew

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company & stock options

Group Health Plan

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Eе

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a skilled Climbing Arborist to lead a 2-5 person crew outdoors in Ardmore, OK. You will prune and remove trees for utilities, manage sites, and mentor teammates while following safety standards.

Office is outdoor with varied daily views; growth opportunities depend on your effort. Requires line clearance/tree work experience, a valid license, and completion of required Davey safety courses on hire.

Qualifications

• Line clearance or related tree work experience required.
• Tree climbing experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: CDL-A/B with Airbrake Endorsement.
• Preferred: ISA/TCIA certifications for arborist or tree worker.
• Complete Davey Tree Orientation program on hire.
• Complete First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course on hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead a 2-5 person tree crew in pruning and removal for major electric utilities.
• Prune treetops and repair or remove damaged trees.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and objects.
• Apply tree identification knowledge and pruning guidelines.
• Perform job-site inspections with proper planning and execution.
• Maintain, prepare and operate chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and tools.
• Mentor and train new employees.
• Growth depends on your performance.

Skills

Line clearance experience

Tree climbing experience

Valid driver’s license

CDL-A or CDL-B with Airbrake Endorse.

ISA Arborist/Tree Worker/TCIA certs

Davey Tree Orientation program

First Aid/CPR/Defensive driving

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a skilled Climbing Arborist to lead a 2-5 person crew outdoors in Ardmore, OK. You will prune and remove trees for utilities, manage sites, and mentor teammates while following safety standards.

Office is outdoor with varied daily views; growth opportunities depend on your effort. Requires line clearance/tree work experience, a valid license, and completion of required Davey safety courses on hire.