Paid Training: Climbing Arborist Trainee

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Company match

Employee-owned company stock purchase

Health Plan

Employee referral bonus

Locations throughout US

Career Development Program

Scholarship Program for Children of Em

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a climbing arborist trainee in Solon, OH. You’ll join a tree crew and progressively learn pruning, removal, and essential safety practices while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment.

We offer strong training, a path to advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is an outdoor, on-site role with opportunities to develop specialized skills and certifications over time.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and interest in arborist work.
• Background in forestry, horticulture, or landscaping preferred.
• Must complete Davey Tree Orientation on hire.
• Must complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving on hire.
• Pesticide licenses may be required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Learn to climb trees and operate as a member of a tree crew.
• Progressively learn pruning and removal services safely and skillfully.
• Learn tree identification and pruning guidelines.
• Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
• Assist in removal of hazardous trees and safely operate tools.
• Grow your skills and value in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

Willingness to learn climbing

Team collaboration

Safety-oriented

Education

Forestry / Horticulture / Landscaping background

Davey Tree Orientation Program completion

First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a climbing arborist trainee in Solon, OH. You’ll join a tree crew and progressively learn pruning, removal, and essential safety practices while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment.

We offer strong training, a path to advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is an outdoor, on-site role with opportunities to develop specialized skills and certifications over time.