Utility Climber Apprentice - Learn Tree Climbing & Safety

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive wage advancement

Health insurance and pension via union

Travel opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Equipment and safety gear provided

Employee‑owned company with stock buy‑

Employee referral bonus program

Scholarship program for children of em

Charitable matching gifts

Benefits to eligible employees

Job summary

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a utility apprentice climber for outdoor work in Signal Hill, CA. You will learn climbing systems and perform pruning and removal for electric utilities, while operating chainsaws, chippers, and lifting equipment.

A valid driver’s license and an active CDL with airbrake endorsement are required, with training provided on safety and climbing techniques. The role offers opportunities for overtime, travel, and advancement within a large employee‑owned company that

Qualifications

• Ability to complete the Davey Tree Orientation Program upon hire.
• Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Required: valid driver’s license
• Required: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• Preferred: pesticides licenses and certificates if required by state law
• Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

Responsibilities

• Learn climbing systems (DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS) and perform pruning and removal for major electric utilities.
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal.
• Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects.
• Identify trees and prune according to industry guidelines.
• Maintain, prepare and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws and aerial lifts.
• Work as part of a crew with ground crew and foreman.
• Grow your career through progression and on-the-job training.

Skills

Love of the outdoors

CDL-A or CDL-B w/Airbrake

Job description

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a utility apprentice climber for outdoor work in Signal Hill, CA. You will learn climbing systems and perform pruning and removal for electric utilities, while operating chainsaws, chippers, and lifting equipment.

A valid driver’s license and an active CDL with airbrake endorsement are required, with training provided on safety and climbing techniques. The role offers opportunities for overtime, travel, and advancement within a large employee‑owned company that