Line Clearance Equipment Operator (CDL Preferred)

Location

Primary work site: Cambridge, OH. Additional locations: Guernsey County, OH; Dover, OH; New Philadelphia, OH; Tuscarawas County, OH. On‑site work.

Position Overview

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Equipment / Jarraff / SkyTrim Operator to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals who will be joining a team servicing the Guernsey and Tuscarawas County, Ohio regions which includes Cambridge, Dover, and New Philadelphia.

Job Duties

• Operate Jarraff / SkyTrim mobile equipment on utility right‑of‑way.
• Responsible for equipment and crew safety when removing trees on utility right‑of‑way.
• Assist in all job functions as a member of the crew.

Qualifications

• Love of the outdoors.
• Minimum two (2) years mobile equipment operating experience and training.
• Ability to successfully pass a mobile equipment operations certification test.
• 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.
• Valid driver’s license (required).
• Commercial Driver’s License – Class A or B with Air Brake 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 (preferred).

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly pay rate $22.00 – $28.00 based on line clearance/industry experience and CDL holder status. Full‑time hourly position with compensation based on qualifications and experience, a generous performance incentive plan, and travel expectations up to 25%.

• Group health plans
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match (union employees not eligible)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off
• Payroll savings plan
• Charitable matching gift program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Educational Scholarship
• Davey Family Scholarship
• 20% discount on all Davey services
• Cell phone discounts
• Vehicle purchase discount program
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1

Company Overview

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is one of the largest employee‑owned companies in the nation, offering a culture focused on open idea exchange, community partnership, safety, and unrivaled client service. The company provides utility tree care, pole test and treat services, research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting across the U.S. and Canada. Davey invests in employees with industry‑leading training, technology, and benefits, supporting career growth in a supportive environment.