Experienced Climbing Arborist

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Avondale Estates (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Health plan

Employee-owned company & stock options

Scholarship program

Career development program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a Climbing Arborist in Avondale Estates, GA. The role involves outdoor work pruning and removing trees, with climbing using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems. You will support a crew to deliver safe, high-quality tree care for clients.

We offer extensive training, career development, and benefits, including an employee-owned culture, a 401(k) match, and health plans. Competitive hourly pay and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and working outdoors on a daily basis.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or equivalent.
• CDL preferred; willingness to complete orientation and safety trainings.
• First-aid, CPR and defensive-driving training completed on hire.
• Relevant pesticide licenses as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees to improve health and safety.
• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Work with ground crew to perform pruning and removal safely.
• Install cables, bracing, and lightning protection as needed.
• Maintain tools and operate equipment like chainsaws and chippers.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiast

Forestry background

CDL

Safety training

First aid CPR

Education

Class A CDL

Pesticide licenses (where required)

Job description

Position 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.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Avondale Estates, GA

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 228882

Position 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 Climbing Arborist to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

What We Offer:

We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Hourly pay from $22.00 - $29.00 based on experience
• 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 starting on day one

What You'll Do:

Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties:

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Including but not limited to:
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Be part of the most progressive greenspace stewardship team in the industry. How high you grow depends on you!

What We're Looking For:

• Love of the outdoors
• Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
• Preferred: Class A or B CDL
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey first-aid, CPR and defensive-driving course on hire
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

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%