Climbing Arborist Trainee | Auburn Hills, MI

The Davey Tree Expert CompanyAuburn Hills, MI
Onsite

About The Position

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a dynamic Climbing Arborist Trainee to join their passionate team of tree care professionals. This role involves trimming and removing trees, as well as removing unwanted, diseased, or dying limbs to maintain the health and safety of trees and surrounding areas. The position offers a unique outdoor work environment with a new view every day, and the opportunity to grow within one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation.

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

Nice To Haves

  • Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
  • Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Responsibilities

  • Learn to climb trees.
  • 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.
  • Assist in removal of hazardous trees.
  • Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and more.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 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
  • Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
  • Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
  • Charitable matching gift program
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