Climbing Arborist: Utility Line Clearance Pro

Davey Tree Expert Co; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings with company

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Stock purchase options

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Walpole, MA is seeking a dynamic Utility Climbing Arborist to join our outdoor team. You’ll climb and prune trees for major electric utility providers, using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems to access and work from heights safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include trimming treetops, removing damaged limbs, and maintaining your gear and tools. We offer paid time off, 401(k) with company match, health plan, and opportunities for advancement;

Qualifications

• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: 3 or more years of previous climbing experience
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Responsibilities

• Climb trees and prune/remove as part of utility line clearance work.
• Prune treetops and remove damaged limbs from trees and structures.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
• Identify trees using industry pruning guidelines and ensure safe execution of tasks.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment, including chainsaws and chippers.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Valid driver’s license

3+ years climbing experience

CDL Class A/B w/ Airbrake Endorsement

Line clearance experience

Pesticide licenses (if required)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Walpole, MA is seeking a dynamic Utility Climbing Arborist to join our outdoor team. You’ll climb and prune trees for major electric utility providers, using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems to access and work from heights safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include trimming treetops, removing damaged limbs, and maintaining your gear and tools. We offer paid time off, 401(k) with company match, health plan, and opportunities for advancement;