Sales Arborist Trainee

Davey Tree Expert•Acton, MA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Sales Arborist Trainee to join its tree care team in Acton, Massachusetts. The position combines field estimating, client relationship building, sales activities, plant health care planning, and coordination of crews and services. The trainee learns to provide tree-care advice and recommendations, help identify sales opportunities, and support efficient project execution. The work site is outdoors and onsite. Compensation is $65,000–$85,000, based on experience.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Ability to complete required safety courses identified in the Employee Handbook.
Proven high proficiency in skilled arboriculture and knowledge and use of associated tools and equipment.
Ability to prioritize effectively and manage resources.
Ability to train and mentor others.
Good people skills.
Self-motivated.
Computer proficient and organized.

Nice To Haves

International Society of Arborists (ISA) certification or Massachusetts Certified Arborist (MCA).
Fluency in Spanish.
Relevant pesticide certifications and CDL driver’s licenses or certificates, if required by state law.

Responsibilities

Assist the sales team with field estimates.
Build relationships and set expectations with existing clients.
Call on clients and conduct site visits.
Identify open bids and requests for proposals, prepare bids and proposals, and complete the sales cycle as needed.
Conduct and participate in employee training.
Develop and update annual plant health care programs.
Identify tree species, weeds, and grasses; advise clients and recommend programs to protect trees, shrubs, and lawns.
Manage inventory of plant health care products and equipment.
Manage an assigned sales territory or handle sales calls during periods of increased demand, as needed.
Lead route planning and work order alignment to maximize efficiency.
Coordinate production jobs, manage crew hours, and schedule specialized services.
Serve as a communication hub among field specialists, advising arborists, and the branch office to support project execution.

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.
Employee-owned company and 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. Benefits listed are available to eligible employees.