Climbing Arborist Team Lead

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Employee stock options

Group health plan

Referral bonus program

Career development program

Scholarship program

Charitable matching gift

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader in Austin, TX. You will direct crews, manage equipment, and perform arboricultural tasks in outdoor environments as part of permanent, full-time employment.

You’ll climb using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems, mentor crew members, and participate in safety programs and career development initiatives across our nationwide organization.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Responsibilities

• Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks.
• Climb Trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Safely and productively lead a crew in arboricultural care for clients.
• Jobsite Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
• Maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader in Austin, TX. You will direct crews, manage equipment, and perform arboricultural tasks in outdoor environments as part of permanent, full-time employment.

You’ll climb using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems, mentor crew members, and participate in safety programs and career development initiatives across our nationwide organization.