Climbing Arborist: Outdoor Tree Pruning & Removal

Davey Tree Expert Co; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) with company match

Health plan

Employee-owned company discount stock

Scholarship program for employees'"s

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our Gaithersburg team. Your office is outdoors as you trim and remove trees, install cables, bracing and lightning protection while prioritizing safety and client service.

You'll work alongside experienced ground crews, complete the Davey Tree Orientation and safety trainings on hire, and have access to paid time off, 401(k) with company match and health benefits. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred: pesticides licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Climb and prune trees using Davey systems.
• Work with ground crew and crew leader to perform pruning and removal safely.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection.
• Remove hazardous trees and operate tools and equipment safely.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Working at heights

Outdoor work readiness

Tools

Orientation program

First Aid/CPR training

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our Gaithersburg team. Your office is outdoors as you trim and remove trees, install cables, bracing and lightning protection while prioritizing safety and client service.

You'll work alongside experienced ground crews, complete the Davey Tree Orientation and safety trainings on hire, and have access to paid time off, 401(k) with company match and health benefits. Travel up to 25% may be required.