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Climbing Arborist

Davey Tree Expert Co, Cockeysville, MD, United States


Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Locations: Cockeysville, MD
Additional Locations: na
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 223052

Position Overview
Climbing Arborist

$1,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANT

Bonus paid in increments of $500 paid out in 90 days of service and $500 paid out in 180 days of service.

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.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist to our passionate team of landscape professionals.

Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Job Duties
What You’ll Do:

How high you grow depends on you!

Climb Trees – Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.

Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreman.

Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.

Including but not limited to:

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

Qualifications
What We’re Seeking:

Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights

Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire

Love of the outdoors

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

Company Overview
Benefits:

Paid Time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for advancement

All job specific equipment and safety gear provided

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

*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.

Accommodations:

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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

None

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