Climbing Arborist: Prune, Remove & Protect Trees

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Burr Ridge, IL is hiring a climbing arborist to maintain and improve the health and safety of trees for our clients. You’ll prune, remove, and install cables or braces, while working with a ground crew and crew leader in various outdoor settings.

As a permanent, full-time position, you’ll receive comprehensive benefits, starting pay of $25–$30 per hour with overtime, and opportunities for advancement and ongoing training across the company’s nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Preferred: 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: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Including but not limited to: Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Davey Orientation Program completion

First Aid/CPR training

Defensive driving training

Pesticide licenses (preferred)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Burr Ridge, IL is hiring a climbing arborist to maintain and improve the health and safety of trees for our clients. You’ll prune, remove, and install cables or braces, while working with a ground crew and crew leader in various outdoor settings.

As a permanent, full-time position, you’ll receive comprehensive benefits, starting pay of $25–$30 per hour with overtime, and opportunities for advancement and ongoing training across the company’s nationwide network.