Experienced Tree Climber

Job Duties

• Climb Trees!
• Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers.
• Including but not limited to: Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
• Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors
• 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
• Required: valid driver’s license
• PREFERRED: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
• PREFERRED: line clearance experience or other related tree work
• PREFERRED: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
• PREFERRED: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

What We Offer

• Hotel and Perdiem
• Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
• Benefits through union agreement including health insurance and pension
• Opportunity to travel
• Opportunity for overtime work
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Employee referral bonus program
• Scholarship program for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees