Climbing Arborist Trainee

The Davey Tree Expert Company
Any Location, WV
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Climbing Arborist Trainee, you will learn to climb trees, operate as a member of a tree crew, and perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully. You will work outdoors and have opportunities for advancement. The company offers a unique culture that focuses on safety, community partnerships, and delivering excellent client service.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include learning to climb trees, pruning and thinning trees, removing deadwood, installing cables and bracing systems, and properly maintaining and operating equipment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will be a good fit for this role if you have a love of the outdoors, a background in forestry, horticulture, landscaping, or working at heights, and the ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program and other required courses.

Requirements

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

Benefits

  • 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
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