Climber

Davey Tree Surgery Co.•Gainesville, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Davey Tree Surgery Co. is seeking a dynamic utility tree climber to join their passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! This role involves performing all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. You will be responsible for pruning treetops, repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal, and removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects. The position requires the application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines, as well as properly maintaining, preparing, and operating all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. You will operate as an active crew member, supporting the ground crew and foreperson.

Requirements

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
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
Line clearance experience or other related tree work
Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

Responsibilities

Climb Trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers
Prune treetops and repair damaged trees by trimming or removal
Remove broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
Apply tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson