Paid Arborist Intern: Hands-On Tree Care Training

Davey Tree Expert Co; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

PPE provided

Training programs

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Arborist Trainee Internship to gain field experience under seasoned arborists, with 40–50 hours weekly, Monday–Friday and some Saturdays, starting Spring-Summer 2027.

Join a company with 145 years of experience offering hands-on training, safety commitment, and opportunities across four service lines; interns receive gear, PPE, and access to LMS.

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture
• Love of the Outdoors
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated ability to report to work regularly and punctually
• Collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Tree pruning, removing, cabling, bracing and maintenance
• Tree & Landscape Installation
• Safe operation of equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and other tools used in the field
• Plant Health Care, including deep root fertilization, soil care and integrated pest & disease management
• Exposure to the daily operations and business components that power a successful Residential Tree Care office
• Client service, sales, management, and leadership fundamentals

Skills

Enthusiasm for plant care

Punctuality

Communication skills

Education

Arboriculture/Urban Forestry related discipline

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Arborist Trainee Internship to gain field experience under seasoned arborists, with 40–50 hours weekly, Monday–Friday and some Saturdays, starting Spring-Summer 2027.

Join a company with 145 years of experience offering hands-on training, safety commitment, and opportunities across four service lines; interns receive gear, PPE, and access to LMS.