Climbing Arborist Trainee - Learn, Climb & Grow

Davey Tree Expert Co

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 20,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k)

Health plan

Stock options

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to join its tree care team. Your office is outdoors, and you will learn climbing techniques while contributing to pruning and removal projects on-site.

We offer paid time off, a 401(k) plan, health benefits, and opportunities for advancement as you gain hands-on experience with industry-leading safety trainers.

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 Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
Preferred: Relevant pesticide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

Learn to climb trees and get paid while doing so.
Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills.
Learn to perform all aspects of pruning and removal safely and skillfully for clients.
Identify trees and follow industry pruning guidelines.
Prune, thin, and remove deadwood; install cables or braces as taught.
Assist in removal of hazardous trees and maintain tools and equipment.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Orientation completion

First Aid/ CPR training

Pesticide licenses

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

We offer paid time off, a 401(k) plan, health benefits, and opportunities for advancement as you gain hands-on experience with industry-leading safety trainers.

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