Senior Climbing Arborist: Tree Care & Pruning

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with company match

Health plan

Employee stock purchase options

Scholarship program for children of em

Career development program

Charitable matching gift program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic climbing arborist to join our team. The role involves outdoor work, climbing, pruning and removal, and operating a range of equipment in various environments.

You will be part of a crew, advancing through training programs and safety certifications. The position offers an employee-owned culture, benefits and opportunities for growth across nationwide locations.

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 First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Responsibilities

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Including but not limited to pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
• Removal of hazardous trees
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Skills

Outdoor Enthusiasm

Climbing Ability

Safety Consciousness

Education

Forestry/Horticulture

Davey Trimmer Orientation

First Aid/CPR & Defensive Driving

Pesticide Licenses (state compliant)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic climbing arborist to join our team. The role involves outdoor work, climbing, pruning and removal, and operating a range of equipment in various environments.

You will be part of a crew, advancing through training programs and safety certifications. The position offers an employee-owned culture, benefits and opportunities for growth across nationwide locations.