Crew leader

The Davey Tree Expert Company; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company seeks a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader in South St. Paul, MN. This role involves leading crews in tree care, ensuring safety and productivity while enjoying the outdoors. Applicants should be compassionate about the environment and ready to achieve personal and team growth.

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Career Development supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists

Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

Qualifications

• Expected to climb trees and lead a crew for arboricultural tasks.
• Ability to complete the required training upon hire is essential.
• Prefer certifications related to arboriculture or tree care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care.
• Safely prune, thin, and remove deadwood in tree canopies.
• Mentor crew members through career development.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Education

Completion of the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program

Completion of Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course

Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Tree Worker

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Job description

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: South St. Paul, MN

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 212549

Position Overview

Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks by performing the following duties.

At Davey Tree in South St. Paul we are proud to operate in a large office with great culture and safety focus. Our office offers reasonable working hours with optional weekend availability. Employees are also eligible for overtime pay (time-and-a-half pay for over forty hours worked per week).

We utilize new industry equipment (log loaders, bucket trucks, etc.), provide employees with new Arborwear uniforms, offer flexible vacation hours, host regular training opportunities, include our senior crew leaders in planning meetings, operate with integrated working relationships between management/sales/production teams, utilize the modernized safety focus of the Davey Institute and Safety Department, and even host BBQs! Please contact us with questions, we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Job Duties

What You'll Do:

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.

• Safely and productively lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.

• Including but not limited to:

• Jobsite Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process

• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy

• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems

• Removal of hazardous trees

• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.

• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Qualifications

What We're Looking for:

• 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

• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates

• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist , ISA Certified Tree Worker , and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Additional Information

Competitive wages based on experience, starting at $25-40 per hour.

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Opportunities for advancement

• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match

• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options

• Group Health Plan

• Employee referral bonus program

• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas

• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers

• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees

• Charitable matching gift program

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees

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 exchange of ideas, community partnerships, 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 Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

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 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.

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%