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Climber Arborist Trainee

Environmental Career Center, Charleston, West Virginia, United States

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Additional Locations: NA

Primary Locations: MA, Needham, 433 Chestnut Street, 2492

Requisition ID: 191729

Position Overview Trimand removetrees, remove unwanted,diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areasby performing the following duties.

Job Duties 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 chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.

How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications 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: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

Pay Range Based on Skill, average $24-34

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.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey 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.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type: Permanent Job Type: Full Time Travel Expectations:

Up to 25%

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