Climbing Trimmer | Line Clearance

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays and PTO

Scholarships

Employee discounts

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking an experienced Line Clearance Climbing Trimmer to serve the Greater Akron, Ohio region. This on-site, full-time role involves climbing trees with DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems and performing pruning or removal work for major electric utilities.

CDL holder preferred; a valid driver’s license is required. Davey offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing training in a safety‑driven, employee‑owned environment.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• 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.
• Required: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses and certificates as required by state law.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees and perform pruning and removal work for major electric utility providers.
• Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs and other objects.
• Apply tree identification knowledge and pruning guidelines.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.
• Work as part of a crew with ground crew and foreperson.
• Growth opportunities depend on performance.

Skills

Outdoor lover

Orientation on hire

CPR First Aid

Valid driver’s license

CDL preferred

Line clearance experience

Pesticide licenses

ISA Arborist cert

TCIA Tree Care cert

Job description

Company

Davey Tree Surgery Co.

Locations

Akron, OH

The Greater Akron Ohio region

Work Site

On Site

Req ID

228252

Position Overview

Davey Utility Line Clearance, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an experienced Line Clearance Climbing Trimmer, CDL holder preferred, joining our team servicing the Greater Akron, Ohio region.

Job Duties

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson
• How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• 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
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

Additional Information

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly rate $23.52
• Group health plans*
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program*
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
• Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.

Full time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic utility tree climber to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Surgery Company is based in Livermore, California, and provides a full range of utility tree care and pole test and treat services. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Contact

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%