Trimmer

Davey Tree Expert Co; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee-owned company

Health plan

Referral bonus

Scholarship program

Career development

Stock purchase options

Job summary

Wolf Tree, Inc. is seeking a dynamic utility tree trimmer to join our outdoor-facing team. You’ll work on site across locations to prune and remove trees for major electric utility providers, using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration with a foreperson and ground crew. Ideal candidates love the outdoors, can complete onboarding and safety trainings on hire, and hold a valid driver’s license; CDL endorsements are a plus.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work required.
• Must complete Davey Tree orientation program on hire.
• Must complete Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving courses on hire.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CDL-A or CDL-B with Airbrake endorsement preferred.
• Line clearance or related tree work experience preferred.
• Pesticide licenses/certificates required by state law (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Safely perform pruning and removal for electric utility providers.
• Prune treetops and remove damaged limbs.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other structures.
• Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment (chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts).
• Work as a crew member with ground crew and foreperson.
• Grow height opportunities based on performance.

Skills

Outdoors love

Driver’s license

Ability to pass orientation

CPR/First Aid training

CDL-A/B with Airbrake (preferred)

Line clearance experience (preferred)

Job description

Company:Wolf Tree, Inc.
Locations:Johnson City, TN
Additional Locations:n/a
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:228946

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 exchanging of ideas, community partnership, 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 utility tree trimmer to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Job Duties

What You’ll Do:

• Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson
• How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

• Love of the outdoors
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options
• Group Health Plan
• Employee referral bonus program
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
• Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of utility and residential tree care services and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee.TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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