Student Arborist Internship | Denver, CO | N Denver

Environmental Career Center; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to industry related training materials

Climbing gear, uniforms, and PPE provided

Opportunity to apply for Davey Scholarship

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider is seeking an intern for a Climbing Arborist Trainee position in Denver, Colorado. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about plant care and enjoys outdoor work. Responsibilities include learning tree care techniques and assisting with client services. Interns will receive mentorship and training, with compensation between $20 - $22 per hour. This is a full-time internship expected to last through Spring/Summer 2024, offering a dynamic work environment with ample development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Driver's license required; commercial driver's license is highly valuable.
• Demonstrated ability to report for work regularly and punctually.
• A love of the outdoors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Introduce career-oriented students to exceptional opportunities in tree care.
• Interns will be assigned a manager for mentorship throughout their experiences.
• Work on residential and commercial properties in an office setting.

Skills

Enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture

Collaboration and communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline

Tools

Chainsaw use

Job description

Additional Locations: NA

Primary Locations: CO, Denver, 4601 Glencoe Street, 80216

Requisition ID: 188869

Position Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is looking for exceptional students who are interested in expanding their field experience in the areas of Tree Care, Plant Health Care, Sales and Client Services.

STARTING DATE: Flexible - We are currently looking for Internship candidates for Spring/Summer, 2024

Job Duties

Learn to be a tree doctor! Introduce career orientated students to exceptional opportunities in the industry including tree care, tree climbing, chainsaw use, plant health care and customer service. Internships in each division may vary in length depending on availability. Interns will be assigned a manager who will mentor them through a variety of job experiences within the industry. Throughout your experience, you will work on residential and commercial properties and in an office setting.

HOURS: 40-50 hours per week; Monday - Friday with some Saturdays

Qualifications

• Studying Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Forestry or related discipline
• Driver’s license required. Commercial driver’s license highly valuable

EXPERIENCE WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Must have enthusiasm for proper plant care and arboriculture
• Love of the Outdoors!
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated ability to report for work regularly and punctually
• Collaboration and communication skills

Additional Information

EXPERIENCE AND PERKS WE OFFER:

• Over 140 years of service gives you job security
• National reputation for Stewardship and Excellence
• Promotes ambitious, team-focused experts quickly and focuses on continuing education
• Commitment to safety: Interns will work towards completing the CDP “C” Climber booklet
• Access to industry related training materials
• Climbing gear, uniforms and PPE provided
• Opportunity to apply for Davey Scholarship and develop your career

Compensation Data

$20 - $22 / hr

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affitative Action employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit www.davey.com

If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [e-mail].

Employment Type:Intern
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%