Lead Climbing Arborist: Guide Your Crew to Canopy Care

Davey Tree Expert Co; Long Grove (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health plan

Career development

Scholarship program

Referral bonus

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader for the Long Grove, IL area. You will direct a crew, climb trees using approved systems, and perform pruning, bracing, and removal work on-site for our clients.

Responsibilities include mentoring crew members, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety. Starting pay is $30 per hour with benefits and advancement opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and a willingness to work outdoors in variable weather.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program on hire and the First Aid/CPR course.
• Preferred licenses/certifications in pesticides or tree care are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor crew in arboricultural care for clients.
• Lead climbing tasks using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems safely.
• Perform pruning, thinning, canopy work, and removal of hazardous trees.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment: chainsaws, chippers, lifts.
• Follow H.O.P.E. planning and site safety procedures.

Skills

Love of outdoors

First Aid/CPR

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Leader for the Long Grove, IL area. You will direct a crew, climb trees using approved systems, and perform pruning, bracing, and removal work on-site for our clients.

Responsibilities include mentoring crew members, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety. Starting pay is $30 per hour with benefits and advancement opportunities available.