Tree Care Groundperson

Pay

$20–$24 per hour depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the climbers, foreman, and other crew members.
• 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, and more.
• Be part of the most progressive greenspace stewardship team in the industry.

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.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• 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®.

Benefits

• 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 the U.S. 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.

Company Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an employee‑owned leader in horticultural and environmental services, providing research‑driven tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners across the U.S. and Canada. Davey offers a unique culture focused on open idea exchange, community partnerships, safety, and unrivaled client service while maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit of a small company. Employees benefit from industry‑leading training, technology, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels.

Employment Type: Permanent, Full‑Time.