Climbing Arborist Intern: Learn Pruning & Tree Care

Davey Tree Expert Co; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) matching

Health plan

Employee ownership

Scholarship program

Safety gear provided

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring an Arborist Trainee for an on-site internship in Mokena, IL. You will join a tree crew and progressively learn climbing, pruning, and removal skills while receiving hands-on safety training.

Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with benefits and opportunities for growth within a large, employee-owned firm. This paid internship emphasizes safety, training, and practical field experience in urban tree care.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping preferred.
• Ability to complete orientation and safety courses on hire.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew on site.
• Perform pruning and removal tasks safely and skillfully for clients.
• Learn to install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees and maintain equipment.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Education

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Landscaping background

Working at heights

Tools

Davey Tree Orientation Program

First Aid/CPR training

Defensive driving course

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring an Arborist Trainee for an on-site internship in Mokena, IL. You will join a tree crew and progressively learn climbing, pruning, and removal skills while receiving hands-on safety training.

Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with benefits and opportunities for growth within a large, employee-owned firm. This paid internship emphasizes safety, training, and practical field experience in urban tree care.