Senior Climbing Arborist – Expert Tree Care

Davey Tree Expert Co; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Hourly pay

Advancement opportunities

Safety gear provided

401(k) retirement plan

Stock purchase options

Health plan

Referral bonus

Scholarship program

Matching gifts

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Atlanta, GA is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist. Your office is outdoors with a changing view each day, performing tree trimming, pruning, and safe removal to protect health and surrounding areas.

You will climb with DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems, work with a crew, and use equipment like chainsaws and lifts. Training and safety certifications are provided; relocation benefits are not specified.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors and physical work.
• Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights preferred.
• Must complete Davey orientation program on hire.
• Must complete Davey First Aid/CPR/defensive driving on hire.
• Preferred: pesticide licenses/certificates as required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Trim and remove trees and limbs to improve health and safety.
• Climb trees using Davey climbing systems.
• Work with ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform pruning and removal tasks safely and professionally.
• Maintain and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, lifts).

Skills

Outdoor enthusiasm

Forestry/Horticulture background

Davey orientation program

First Aid/CPR training

Defensive driving training

Education

Pesticide licenses/certificates (where required)

Tools

Climbing systems (DdRT/MRS, SRT/SRS)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Atlanta, GA is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist. Your office is outdoors with a changing view each day, performing tree trimming, pruning, and safe removal to protect health and surrounding areas.

You will climb with DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems, work with a crew, and use equipment like chainsaws and lifts. Training and safety certifications are provided; relocation benefits are not specified.