Climbing Arborist Crew Lead | Sacramento, CA
About The Position
The Climbing Arborist Crew Lead directs crew members and equipment and plans and executes assigned tree-care work. The role leads crews in providing safe, productive arboricultural care for clients, with responsibilities that include climbing trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems, assessing jobsite hazards and obstacles, and planning work and equipment needs. The position also involves maintaining and operating tree-care tools and equipment and mentoring crew members through the Davey Career Development Program. The role is based outdoors at job sites in Sacramento, California, with travel expectations of up to 25%.
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 courses upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates.
- ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Tree Worker, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional certification.
Responsibilities
- Lead a crew in safely and productively providing arboricultural care for clients.
- Use the H.O.P.E. (Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment) process.
- Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and/or SRT/SRS climbing systems.
- Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout tree canopies.
- Install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
- Remove hazardous trees.
- Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program.
- Maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert Safety Specialists and Skills Trainers.
- Scholarship Program for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
