Climbing Arborist Trainee | Long Grove, IL

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Lake Zurich (IL); Presencial; USD 28 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Health Plan

Employee referral program

Company match on stock

Scholarship program for employees'

Resumo da oferta

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Long Grove, IL is seeking a climbing arborist trainee for a permanent, full‑time on-site role. You will learn to climb and perform safe pruning and removal work while developing multiple tree-care skills.

Expect outdoor work with safety gear, paid orientation, and opportunities for growth. Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour, with benefits and career development programs available.

Qualificações

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
• Able to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program on hire.
• Able to complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course on hire.
• Licenses/certificates related to pesticides per state law (preferred).

Responsabilidades

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew.
• Perform pruning and removal tasks safely and skillfully.
• Identify trees and follow pruning guidelines.
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood in the canopy.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection.
• Assist in removing hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment, including chainsaws and chippers.
• Grow in responsibilities as skills develop.

Conhecimentos

Love of outdoors

Outdoor work readiness

Willingness to learn climbing

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Overview

Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties.

Company

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations

Locations: Long Grove, IL

Additional Locations

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site

Work Site: On Site

Job Duties

What You’ll Do

• Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.)
• Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
• Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to:
• Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.
• How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• 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 and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• Starting pay rate: $20-$23 per hour
• all listed benefits available to eligible employees

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%