Climbing Arborist Trainee: Outdoor Career Growth

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Hourly pay $20-$22 based on experience

Advancement opportunities

All job specific equipment and safety

401(k) company match

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Referral bonus program

Locations throughout US

Career development program

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee to join our outdoor team. Your office is outdoors and you’ll gain hands-on experience while developing climbing and pruning skills on real-world jobs.

As a trainee, you’ll learn from industry experts, receive paid training, and work toward professional certifications. We offer competitive pay, an employee-owned culture, and advancement opportunities across the U.S.

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: Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement.
• Preferred: Pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees to improve health and safety.
• Learn to climb trees and work as part of a tree crew.
• Perform pruning and removal safely and skillfully for clients, including tree identification and pruning guidelines.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.
• Grow your responsibilities as you gain experience.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Forestry background

Driver's license

Airbrake endorsement (Class A/B)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee to join our outdoor team. Your office is outdoors and you’ll gain hands-on experience while developing climbing and pruning skills on real-world jobs.

As a trainee, you’ll learn from industry experts, receive paid training, and work toward professional certifications. We offer competitive pay, an employee-owned culture, and advancement opportunities across the U.S.