Climbing Arborist Intern: Outdoors, Paid Training & Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

401(k) match

Health plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Stock purchase options

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee to join our outdoor team in Burr Ridge, IL. This internship offers hands-on learning in tree climbing, pruning, removal, and safety protocols, with paid training and the potential for advancement.

You’ll work on a tree crew, use equipment like chainsaws and lifts, and complete required safety courses on hire. Starting pay is $20-$23 per hour, with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and willingness to work at heights.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or related height-work preferred.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree Orientation on hire.
• Ability to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving on hire.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses/certificates where required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees with paid training.
• Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills.
• Learn to perform pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Identify trees and follow industry pruning guidelines.
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood in the canopy.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, etc.
• Growth potential depends on you.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Forestry background

Tree knowledge

Orientation on hire

First Aid/CPR training

Pesticide licenses (state)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee to join our outdoor team in Burr Ridge, IL. This internship offers hands-on learning in tree climbing, pruning, removal, and safety protocols, with paid training and the potential for advancement.

You’ll work on a tree crew, use equipment like chainsaws and lifts, and complete required safety courses on hire. Starting pay is $20-$23 per hour, with up to 25% travel.