Climbing Arborist Intern: Learn Pruning & Safety

The Davey Tree Expert Company; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Group health plan

Employee-owned

Stock purchase plan

Scholarship program

Career development

Referral bonus

Locations across US

Training program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to join our team in West Chicago, IL. This outdoor-focused role will immerse you in climbing trees, learning pruning and removal techniques, and progressively handling complex tasks under guidance.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, with full-time, on-site work and opportunities for advancement. Training and safety programs are provided to help you grow within our employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors is essential.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping preferred.
• Experience working at heights is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew.
• Learn to perform pruning and removal tasks safely and skillfully.
• Assist in installing cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Landscaping background

Working at heights

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to join our team in West Chicago, IL. This outdoor-focused role will immerse you in climbing trees, learning pruning and removal techniques, and progressively handling complex tasks under guidance.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, with full-time, on-site work and opportunities for advancement. Training and safety programs are provided to help you grow within our employee-owned company.