Elite Climbing Arborist — Advanced Tree Care Pro

The Davey Tree Expert Company; South Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) company match

Health plan

Employee ownership & stock options

Referral bonus program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our team in South Saint Paul, MN. Your office is outdoors, with daily exposure to trees and landscapes. You will climb, prune, and remove trees, supporting ground crews and project leaders to deliver safe, high-quality work.

We offer competitive wages starting at $28-$32 per hour, paid time off, health plan, a 401(k) with company match, and career development opportunities across a nationwide network of locations.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience of climbing.
• Love of the outdoors.
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
• Ability to complete orientation and safety courses upon hire.
• Preferred: Relevant licenses and certificates as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Climb Trees using Davey systems (DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS).
• Operate with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform tree pruning and removal safely and skillfully.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the canopy.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Remove hazardous trees.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment like chainsaws and chippers.

Skills

Climbing experience

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Pesticide licenses (state)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our team in South Saint Paul, MN. Your office is outdoors, with daily exposure to trees and landscapes. You will climb, prune, and remove trees, supporting ground crews and project leaders to deliver safe, high-quality work.

We offer competitive wages starting at $28-$32 per hour, paid time off, health plan, a 401(k) with company match, and career development opportunities across a nationwide network of locations.