Climbing Arborist Intern — Learn Tree Care & Pruning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company  &

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Scholarship program for children of员工

Stock purchase options

Career development program

Safety training

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee to join our on-site team in Mokena, IL. You will learn climbing, pruning, and safe removal techniques while working with a tree crew in outdoor environments.

Starting as an intern with full-time potential, you’ll gain hands-on experience, safety training, and opportunities for advancement within a nationwide employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Interest in outdoor work and safety training on the job.
• Ability to complete orientation and safety courses on hire.
• Preferred licenses or certificates if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew.
• Perform pruning and removal safely and skillfully.
• Identify trees and follow pruning guidelines.
• Assist in installing cables, bracing, and lightning protection.
• Maintain tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Forestry/Horticulture background

Orientation program on hire

First Aid/CPR and defensive driving on

Licenses or certificates (pesticide)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an Arborist Trainee to join our on-site team in Mokena, IL. You will learn climbing, pruning, and safe removal techniques while working with a tree crew in outdoor environments.

Starting as an intern with full-time potential, you’ll gain hands-on experience, safety training, and opportunities for advancement within a nationwide employee-owned company.