What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Trimmer position at The Davey Tree Expert Company?
Job Title: Climbing Arborist
Invest in your future by joining Davey, one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. Our unique culture focuses on 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 seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
The ideal candidate will trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties:
Requirements:
What We Offer:
Invest in your future by joining Davey, one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation. Our unique culture focuses on 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 seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist to join our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
The ideal candidate will trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties:
- Climb Trees
- Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
- Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
- Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
- Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
- Removal of hazardous trees
- Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.
Requirements:
- Love of the outdoors
- Required: Tree climbing and trimming experience
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
- Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
- 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
