Climbing Arborist Trainee: Outdoor Career & Growth

Davey Tree Expert Co; Long Grove (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee-owned company & discounted股票

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 Long Grove, IL to join our on-site tree care team. You’ll learn climbing, pruning and removal techniques while contributing to health and safety of trees and clients.

You’ll work with a crew, receive comprehensive training through Davey programs, and grow toward skilled arborist responsibilities. Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights preferred.
• 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 licenses/certificates related to pesticides, if state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew while progressively gaining new skills.
• Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Identify trees and apply industry pruning guidelines.
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the canopy.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, lifts).
• Your growth potential depends on your effort.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Education

Forestry/Horticulture background

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee in Long Grove, IL to join our on-site tree care team. You’ll learn climbing, pruning and removal techniques while contributing to health and safety of trees and clients.

You’ll work with a crew, receive comprehensive training through Davey programs, and grow toward skilled arborist responsibilities. Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with benefits and opportunities for advancement.