Climbing Arborist Intern: Learn Pruning & Safety Outdoors

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company & discounted股票

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee for an outdoor, on-site role in Burr Ridge, IL. You will join a tree care team and begin training to climb, prune, and remove trees while learning industry practices and safety protocols.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, with benefits and career development opportunities available. The office is outdoors and advancement is encouraged through a structured program.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• 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 Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.)
• Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
• Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to:
• Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.
• How high you grow depends on you!

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Davey Orientation Program

First Aid/CPR training

Education

Forestry/Horticulture/Landscaping background or working at heights

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee for an outdoor, on-site role in Burr Ridge, IL. You will join a tree care team and begin training to climb, prune, and remove trees while learning industry practices and safety protocols.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, with benefits and career development opportunities available. The office is outdoors and advancement is encouraged through a structured program.