Experienced Climbing Arborist — Expert Tree Care

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Equipment provided

401(k) match

Employee-owned

Health plan

Referral bonus

Locations nationwide

Career development

Scholarship program

Matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our field team in Akron, OH. Your office is outdoors, and you’ll grow your career through hands-on tree care, safety training and industry-leading equipment.

You will climb using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS, work with a crew, and perform pruning, removals and safety installations while delivering high-quality service to our clients across the region.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
• Must complete Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program on hire.
• Must complete Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving on hire.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses where state law requires.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Be an active crew member with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform pruning and removal services safely and skillfully.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood in canopy; install cables, bracing and lightning protection.
• Remove hazardous trees and maintain/operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, lifts).

Skills

Outdoor lover

Forestry/Horticulture background

Working at heights

Davey orientation

First aid CPR

Defensive driving

Pesticide licenses

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our field team in Akron, OH. Your office is outdoors, and you’ll grow your career through hands-on tree care, safety training and industry-leading equipment.

You will climb using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS, work with a crew, and perform pruning, removals and safety installations while delivering high-quality service to our clients across the region.