Climbing Arborist Intern: Learn Pruning & Tree Care

Davey Tree Expert Co; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Lombard, IL invites applicants to join as an Arborist Trainee Intern. This outdoor role offers hands-on learning climbing trees, performing pruning and removal tasks, and joining a crew under supervision.

You will gain skills in tree identification, cables, bracing, and safety-focused practices while contributing to real projects. Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with full-time, on-site hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights preferred.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred pesticide and related licenses if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and operate as a member of a tree crew.
• Progressively learn pruning and removal skills.
• Learn to identify trees and follow pruning guidelines.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees and maintain tools and equipment.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry/Horticulture/ Landscaping

Working at heights

Orientation and safety training

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Lombard, IL invites applicants to join as an Arborist Trainee Intern. This outdoor role offers hands-on learning climbing trees, performing pruning and removal tasks, and joining a crew under supervision.

You will gain skills in tree identification, cables, bracing, and safety-focused practices while contributing to real projects. Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with full-time, on-site hours and benefits.