Lead Climbing Arborist & Crew Leader

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of…

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Mokena, IL is seeking a dedicated crew lead for our arborist teams. This permanent, full-time role starts at 30 USD per hour and is on-site, with opportunities to mentor crew members and operate a range of climbing systems.

You will direct duties, safety processes, pruning, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees, while benefiting from a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, holidays, 401(k) with company match, health plan, and career development programs.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and physical fitness.
• Complete Davey Tree Orientation Program on hire.
• Complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving on hire.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses and related certifications.
• Preferred: ISA Arborist, ISA Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Tree Care Safety Professional certifications.
• CDL B or greater is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Directs crew and equipment and plans and executes assigned work.
• Lead a crew in arboricultural care for clients.
• Operate safety and hand tools as required.
• Mentor crew members through Davey Career Development Program.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Orientation program

First aid/CPR training

pesticide licenses

ISA Arborist

ISA Tree Worker

TCIA certifications

CDL B

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Mokena, IL is seeking a dedicated crew lead for our arborist teams. This permanent, full-time role starts at 30 USD per hour and is on-site, with opportunities to mentor crew members and operate a range of climbing systems.

You will direct duties, safety processes, pruning, cabling, and removal of hazardous trees, while benefiting from a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, holidays, 401(k) with company match, health plan, and career development programs.