Climbing Arborist | CDL

Position Overview

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.

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company

Locations: Murfreesboro, TN

Work Site: On Site

Req : 218761

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Hourly pay between $28.00 and $32.00 based on experience
• 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

• Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas.
• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
• Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and crew leader.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• 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.

• 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 First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire.
• Preferred:
  Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law.
• Strongly preferred:
  Class A or B CDL.

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%

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.