Climbing Arborist Trainee — Learn & Grow Outdoors

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Referral bonus

Career development program

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee for an outdoor role in Burr Ridge, IL. You will learn to climb, prune, and remove trees as part of a tree crew, with on-the-job training and safety instruction.

Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour, with opportunities for advancement as you gain skills and complete required trainings. All listed benefits and a career development mindset support your growth on this team.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors is required.
• Background in forestry or horticulture preferred.
• Willing to complete orientation and safety trainings.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work with a tree crew.
• Perform pruning and tree removal safely.
• Identify trees and apply pruning guidelines.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection.
• Operate tools including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Opportunity for advancement based on performance.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Working at heights

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee for an outdoor role in Burr Ridge, IL. You will learn to climb, prune, and remove trees as part of a tree crew, with on-the-job training and safety instruction.

Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour, with opportunities for advancement as you gain skills and complete required trainings. All listed benefits and a career development mindset support your growth on this team.