Climbing Arborist Trainee: Learn Tree Care & Grow

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee-owned company

Discounted stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee in Solon, OH. You will join a tree crew and learn to prune, remove, and care for trees with hands-on training on-site.

This permanent, full-time role emphasizes safety, equipment handling, and progression toward advanced arborist skills. Paid time off, health benefits, and a strong training program are offered to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors is essential.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping or working at heights is preferred.
• Complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred: Licenses/certificates in pesticides or related areas if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and operate as a member of a tree crew.
• Progressively learn new arborist skills and pruning/removal techniques.
• Perform pruning, removal, and safe operation of tools and equipment.
• Assist in installing cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Help remove hazardous trees and maintain equipment and safety practices.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Landscaping background

Working at heights experience

Education

Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee in Solon, OH. You will join a tree crew and learn to prune, remove, and care for trees with hands-on training on-site.

This permanent, full-time role emphasizes safety, equipment handling, and progression toward advanced arborist skills. Paid time off, health benefits, and a strong training program are offered to eligible employees.