Job Description
Requisition Number: 155110 Company Name: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Service Line: 1RES - Kent-Residential & Commercial Services Employment Type: Regular Job Type: Full Time Education Level Required: High School Diploma / GED Work Experience Required: 3 - 5 years Travel Expectations: None
Climbing Arborist Trainee
Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.
We are currently looking to add a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
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 hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more *How high you grow depends on you!
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: Valid driver's license *Preferred: Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement *Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
What We Offer: *
*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
Pre-employment Drug Screen and Social Security verification required.
WE ARE PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. AS A SERVICE PROVIDER, OUR SUCCESS DEPENDS UPON OUR ABILITY TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN QUALIFIED PERSONNEL, REGARDLESS OF THEIR AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 35 years and has more than 8,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
*If you need any assistance at any time please contact us at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** has U.S. and Canadian operations in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing World. For more information, visit **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
