Climbing Arborist Trainee — Paid Training, Growth & Benefits

Davey Tree Expert Co; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee health plan

Career development program

Scholarship program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee in Lombard, IL. The role involves learning to climb trees, pruning and removal work, and advancing within a safety-focused team dedicated to client service.

Office is outdoors; career development is supported by industry-leading training, safety specialists, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is a permanent, full-time on-site position with travel up to 25% and a starting wage of $20–$23 per hour.

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: Relevant pesticide licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and become a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills.
• Perform tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Learn to identify trees and apply industry pruning guidelines.
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Landscaping background

Working at heights

Orientation upon hire

First Aid CPR training

Defensive driving training

Pesticide licenses

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Trainee in Lombard, IL. The role involves learning to climb trees, pruning and removal work, and advancing within a safety-focused team dedicated to client service.

Office is outdoors; career development is supported by industry-leading training, safety specialists, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is a permanent, full-time on-site position with travel up to 25% and a starting wage of $20–$23 per hour.