Climbing Arborist Trainee - Outdoor, Paid Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hourly pay $20–$22 per hour

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a motivated Climbing Arborist Trainee in Murfreesboro, TN. Your office is outdoors with new views daily, and you will join a team of tree care professionals while learning climbing and pruning skills on site.

The role offers comprehensive training, safety gear, health benefits, a 401(k) with match, and career development opportunities in an employee-owned company. Apply today to grow your arborist career with Davey.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• 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: Valid driver's license.
• Preferred: Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and 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.
• Includes tree identification and industry pruning guidelines, pruning/removing deadwood, installing cables/bracing/lighting protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees and properly maintain/use all tools and equipment.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Education

Forestry / Horticulture background

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a motivated Climbing Arborist Trainee in Murfreesboro, TN. Your office is outdoors with new views daily, and you will join a team of tree care professionals while learning climbing and pruning skills on site.

The role offers comprehensive training, safety gear, health benefits, a 401(k) with match, and career development opportunities in an employee-owned company. Apply today to grow your arborist career with Davey.