Lead Climbing Arborist – Outdoor Crew Leader

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company

Group Health Plan

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program

Employee referral bonus

Discounted stock purchase options

Charitable matching gift program

All listed benefits available to elig

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an experienced Climbing Arborist to lead a crew on-site in the Forest Lake, MN area. You will climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems and supervise arboricultural care for clients.

We offer competitive wages starting at $30-$36 per hour, opportunities for advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package as a large employee-owned company. A strong outdoor affinity and 2+ years of climbing arborist experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a climbing arborist.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Safely and productively lead a crew in arboricultural care.
• Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the canopy.
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Remove hazardous trees.
• Mentor crew members through Davey Career Development Program.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

CDL preferred but not required

Minimum 2 years climbing arborist

Orientation and safety training upon/h

First Aid/CPR and defensive driving

Pesticide licenses/certificates (if

ISA/TCIA certifications preferred

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking an experienced Climbing Arborist to lead a crew on-site in the Forest Lake, MN area. You will climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems and supervise arboricultural care for clients.

We offer competitive wages starting at $30-$36 per hour, opportunities for advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package as a large employee-owned company. A strong outdoor affinity and 2+ years of climbing arborist experience are expected.