Climber

Davey Tree • Appomattox, VA

82d

About The Position

Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity in the field of Utility Line Clearance as a Climber/Trimmer. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

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
• Required: 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! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers
• Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
• Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
• Application of 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

Benefits

• Progressive advancement in job classification and wage
• Opportunity to travel
• Opportunity for overtime work
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
• Employee referral bonus program
• Scholarship program for children of employees
• Charitable matching gift program
• All listed benefits available to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees