Requisition Number: 120132
Company Name: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Service Line: 1RES - Kent-Residential & Commercial Services
Employment Type: Regular
Job Type: Full Time
Education Level Required: High School Diploma / GED
Work Experience Required: 1 - 2 years
Relocation Available: [[relocation]]
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Climbing Arborist Trainee
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!
What You'll Do:
* Learn to climb trees! (Yes, we will pay you to do that.)
* Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills
* Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. Including but not limited to:
* Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
* Prune, thin and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
* Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
* Assist in removal of hazardous trees
* Properly maintain, prepare, and operate all tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
* How high you grow depends on you!
What We're Looking For:
* Love of the outdoors
* Preferred: 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: Valid driver's license
* Preferred: Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
* Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
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
Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative 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 or