Experienced Climbing Arborist | Burr Ridge, IL

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Illinois

On-site

USD 34,000 - 41,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Burr Ridge, IL is hiring a climbing arborist to maintain and improve the health and safety of trees for our clients. You’ll prune, remove, and install cables or braces, while working with a ground crew and crew leader in various outdoor settings.

As a permanent, full-time position, you’ll receive comprehensive benefits, starting pay of $25–$30 per hour with overtime, and opportunities for advancement and ongoing training across the company’s nationwide network.

Qualifications

  • Love of the outdoors.
  • Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
  • Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
  • Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Skills

Love of the outdoors
Davey Orientation Program completion
First Aid/CPR training
Defensive driving training
Pesticide licenses (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

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.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Burr Ridge, IL

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

Req ID: 228181

What You’ll Do
  • 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.
Qualifications
  • Love of the outdoors
  • Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
  • Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
  • Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
  • Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
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
  • Starting pay rate $25-30 per hour and up, dependent on experience and skill level
  • Overtime and weekend work is available
  • 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 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 Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%

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