Tree Care Groundperson — Outdoor Crew, Growth & Safety

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Scholarship program

Charitable matching

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a Tree Care Groundperson for an outdoor role in Sterling, VA. You will support climbers and crew members, perform pruning and removal work, and operate essential equipment in outdoor environments.

The position emphasizes safety, skill development, and teamwork within a leading employee-owned company. Prior orientation and safety trainings are required upon hire, with opportunities for growth within Davey’s extensive network.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
• Complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred: relevant pesticide licenses and state requirements.
• Preferred: ISA/TCIA certifications for arborist/tree worker/safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist climbers, foreman and crew members.
• Perform pruning and removal work safely and skillfully for clients, including pruning, thinning, removing deadwood, installing cables/bracing/lightning protection.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Contribute to the greenspace stewardship team and safety culture.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical strength

Team collaboration

Education

Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program

First Aid/CPR and Defensive Driving

ISA Certified Arborist

ISA Certified Tree Worker

TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring a Tree Care Groundperson for an outdoor role in Sterling, VA. You will support climbers and crew members, perform pruning and removal work, and operate essential equipment in outdoor environments.

The position emphasizes safety, skill development, and teamwork within a leading employee-owned company. Prior orientation and safety trainings are required upon hire, with opportunities for growth within Davey’s extensive network.