Climbing Arborist Trainee | Chicago, IL

Climbing Arborist Trainee | Chicago, IL

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Site: On Site

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

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.

• 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 chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.
• How high you grow depends on you!

• 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:
  Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.

• 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.
• Starting pay rate: $20-$23 per hour.
• 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.

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.

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Employment Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full Time

Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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