Outdoor Utility Tree Trimmer — Growth, Benefits & Ownership

Davey Tree Expert Co; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health plan

Employee stock ownership

Scholarship program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. seeks a dynamic Utility Tree Trimmer to perform tree pruning and removal for major electric utilities. This role is on-site in Jacksonville, FL, with climbing using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems and daily use of chainsaws, chippers, and lifts.

Applicants should love the outdoors, have a valid driver’s license, and complete safety and first aid trainings on hire. CDL may be preferred; pesticide licenses may be required by state law.

Qualifications

• Must love the outdoors and be able to complete orientation and safety trainings on hire.
• Valid driver’s license is required; CDL may be preferred depending on role.
• Preferred: CDL Class A/B with airbrake endorsement.
• Preferred: line clearance experience or related tree work.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems.
• Perform pruning and removal for utility providers.
• Prune treetops and repair damaged trees, remove broken limbs from lines and structures.
• Identify trees and apply industry pruning guidelines.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, lifts).
• Work as part of a crew with foreperson and ground crew.
• Expansion of growth and career opportunities through field performance.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL-A or CDL-B with airbrake

Line clearance experience

Pesticide licenses (state requirements

Tools

Chainsaws

Chippers

Aerial lifts

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. seeks a dynamic Utility Tree Trimmer to perform tree pruning and removal for major electric utilities. This role is on-site in Jacksonville, FL, with climbing using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems and daily use of chainsaws, chippers, and lifts.

Applicants should love the outdoors, have a valid driver’s license, and complete safety and first aid trainings on hire. CDL may be preferred; pesticide licenses may be required by state law.