Paid Climbing Arborist Intern: Learn Tree Care

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Health plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program for children of员工

Career development program

Charitable matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee to join a team in Crystal Lake, IL. Office outdoors with new daily scenery, you’ll learn climbing and all aspects of tree pruning and removal on site.

Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with paid time off, advancement opportunities, and comprehensive safety training. This internship involves travel up to 25% and a strong focus on safety and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights.
• 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: Pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and be paid to do that.
• Operate as a member of a tree crew while learning new skills.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal safely and skillfully for clients.
• Identify trees and follow industry pruning guidelines.
• Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the canopy.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, lifts.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Horticulture background

Working at heights

Safety training

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee to join a team in Crystal Lake, IL. Office outdoors with new daily scenery, you’ll learn climbing and all aspects of tree pruning and removal on site.

Starting pay is $20–$23 per hour with paid time off, advancement opportunities, and comprehensive safety training. This internship involves travel up to 25% and a strong focus on safety and professional growth.