Lead Climbing Arborist Outdoor Tree Care Pro

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement savings with company

Employee ownership & stock options

Group Health Plan

Career Development Program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Lombard, IL is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to direct a crew, assess trees and perform essential arboricultural care on-site. This outdoor role emphasizes safety, mentorship, and hands-on work with climbing systems and specialized equipment.

Responsibilities include leading crew tasks, installing protection systems, pruning and removing deadwood, and training teammates through Davey’s Career Development Program.

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 and related licenses and certificates
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Responsibilities

• Directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned work or tasks
• Lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for clients
• Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program
• Maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Install cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Prune, thin and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Remove hazardous trees

Skills

Outdoor enthusiast

Davey Orientation

First Aid CPR and defensive driving

Education

Pesticide licenses (preferred)

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Tree Worker

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Lombard, IL is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Crew Leader to direct a crew, assess trees and perform essential arboricultural care on-site. This outdoor role emphasizes safety, mentorship, and hands-on work with climbing systems and specialized equipment.

Responsibilities include leading crew tasks, installing protection systems, pruning and removing deadwood, and training teammates through Davey’s Career Development Program.