Paid Summer Climbing Arborist Intern

Davey Tree Expert Co; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job equipment & safety gear

401(k) with company match

Group Health Plan

Employee referral bonus

Scholarship program for children of员工

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee for a Summer 2027 internship in Denver, CO. You will gain hands-on experience in tree care, pruning, removal, and client service while earning $22.00 per hour. This is a temporary, full-time opportunity designed for college students on summer break.

Training includes orientation, safety courses, and equipment handling. The office is outdoors, offering a dynamic, field-based work environment with opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Preferred: 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: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and become a member of a tree crew.
• Progressively learn new tree care skills and pruning/removal techniques.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees and proper tool/equipment use.
• Grow your responsibilities and abilities with the team.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Forestry background

Working at heights

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a climbing arborist trainee for a Summer 2027 internship in Denver, CO. You will gain hands-on experience in tree care, pruning, removal, and client service while earning $22.00 per hour. This is a temporary, full-time opportunity designed for college students on summer break.

Training includes orientation, safety courses, and equipment handling. The office is outdoors, offering a dynamic, field-based work environment with opportunities for advancement