Climbing Arborist Intern — Learn Pruning & Tree Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

401(k) retirement savings

Health plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program

Matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an industrious Climbing Arborist Trainee for an on-site role in Crystal Lake, IL. You’ll begin by learning tree climbing, pruning, and removal techniques while supporting a tree crew in daily operations.

Starting pay ranges from $20–$23 per hour with opportunities for advancement. The office is outdoors, offering a dynamic field environment and safety-focused training from industry experts.

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 outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Working at heights

Davey Tree Orientation

First Aid CPR

Defensive driving

Pesticide licenses (state)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an industrious Climbing Arborist Trainee for an on-site role in Crystal Lake, IL. You’ll begin by learning tree climbing, pruning, and removal techniques while supporting a tree crew in daily operations.

Starting pay ranges from $20–$23 per hour with opportunities for advancement. The office is outdoors, offering a dynamic field environment and safety-focused training from industry experts.