Climbing Arborist — Outdoor Career with Growth & Benefits

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health plan starts day one

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment provided

Employee referral program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist in Glen Burnie, MD. You will primarily work outdoors, climbing trees and performing pruning and removal tasks to maintain tree health and safety for clients.

You’ll use both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems as part of a team, with on-site support from ground crew and foremen, and you’ll be provided with safety gear and training to ensure best practices are followed.

Qualifications

• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreman.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees and proper maintenance of tools and equipment.

Skills

Forestry background

Horticulture

Outdoors lover

Tree climbing

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist in Glen Burnie, MD. You will primarily work outdoors, climbing trees and performing pruning and removal tasks to maintain tree health and safety for clients.

You’ll use both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems as part of a team, with on-site support from ground crew and foremen, and you’ll be provided with safety gear and training to ensure best practices are followed.