Climbing Arborist - Outdoor Career, Training & Benefits

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings with company

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

All job specific equipment and safety,

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist in Mokena, IL. This outdoor role is based on site and requires climbing trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems, performing pruning and removals with safety as priority.

You will join a crew with ground support, install cables and bracing, and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts. The position offers growth opportunities within a strong employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors is essential.
• Preferred background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping or working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Work as an active crew member with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform pruning and removal tasks safely and skillfully for clients.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Working at heights

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist in Mokena, IL. This outdoor role is based on site and requires climbing trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems, performing pruning and removals with safety as priority.

You will join a crew with ground support, install cables and bracing, and maintain equipment such as chainsaws, chippers and aerial lifts. The position offers growth opportunities within a strong employee-owned culture.