Climbing Arborist: Pruning, Tree Care & Safe Removals

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee ownership

Group Health Plan

Career development

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our Austin team. Your office is outdoors, and you will engage in tree pruning, removal, and health/safety work across various sites.

Responsibilities include climbing with professional systems, coordinating with ground crews, and installing support systems like cables and braces. We provide safety gear and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and physical work in outdoor settings.
• Experience climbing trees and performing pruning/removal safely.
• Background in forestry, horticulture, landscaping or working at heights preferred.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Work with ground crew and crew lead to perform pruning and removal safely.
• Prune and remove deadwood, install cables/bracing, and remove hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws and aerial lifts.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Tree climbing experience

Safety-conscious

Team collaboration

Education

Forestry / Horticulture / Landscaping background

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our Austin team. Your office is outdoors, and you will engage in tree pruning, removal, and health/safety work across various sites.

Responsibilities include climbing with professional systems, coordinating with ground crews, and installing support systems like cables and braces. We provide safety gear and career development opportunities.