Lead Climbing Arborist - Outdoor Crew Leader

Davey Tree Expert Co.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m­

Employee‑owned company & discounted‑/ 

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship Program for Children of

Job summary

Davey Tree Expert Co. in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Lead to direct a crew in arboricultural care. You will climb, assess hazards, and perform pruning, removals, and installation of support systems while mentoring team members.

This permanent, full-time role involves continued safety training, use of climbing systems, and operating a range of tools and equipment. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• 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 licenses and certificates.
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew safely and productively to provide arboricultural care for clients.
• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems.
• Inspect jobsite hazards and plan equipment usage (H.O.P.E.).
• Prune, thin and remove deadwood in 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 (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Orientation & training on hire

First Aid/ CPR & defensive driving on‑

Education

Pesticide licenses & certificates

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Tree Worker

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Davey Tree Expert Co. in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Climbing Arborist Crew Lead to direct a crew in arboricultural care. You will climb, assess hazards, and perform pruning, removals, and installation of support systems while mentoring team members.

This permanent, full-time role involves continued safety training, use of climbing systems, and operating a range of tools and equipment. Travel may be required.