Outdoor Utility Tree Trimmer with Career Growth & Benefits

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job-specific equipment and safety

401(k) retirement savings with company

Employee-owned company & stock options

Group Health Plan

Employee referral program

Locations across US

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Utility Tree Trimmer to join our outdoor-focused team. Your office is the view outside as you perform tree pruning and removal for major electric utilities, operating chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts in safe, efficient teamwork.

We value safety certifications and outdoor enthusiasm; a valid driver’s license is required, with CDL preferred, and industry credentials such as ISA/TCIA certifications are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program on hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course on hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: CDL-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement.
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other tree work.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law.
• 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.
• Perform pruning and removal work for major electric utilities.
• Prune treetops and remove/damage repair as needed.
• Remove broken limbs from lines, roofs, and structures.
• Identify trees using industry pruning guidelines.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Work as part of a crew with foreperson and ground crew.
• Growth potential depends on the individual.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Valid driver’s license

CDL-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorse

Line clearance experience

ISA/TCIA arborist certifications

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Utility Tree Trimmer to join our outdoor-focused team. Your office is the view outside as you perform tree pruning and removal for major electric utilities, operating chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts in safe, efficient teamwork.

We value safety certifications and outdoor enthusiasm; a valid driver’s license is required, with CDL preferred, and industry credentials such as ISA/TCIA certifications are highly regarded.