Tree Climbing Trainee | North Cincinnati (Milford)

The Davey Tree Expert CompanyMilford, OH
Onsite

About The Position

This position involves learning to climb trees and operate as a member of a tree crew. The trainee will progressively learn new skills and how to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. This includes tree identification, industry pruning guidelines, pruning and removing deadwood, installing cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems, assisting in the removal of hazardous trees, and properly maintaining and operating tools and equipment like chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. The role offers opportunities for growth based on individual performance.

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
  • Tree identification and industry pruning guidelines
  • Prune, thin, and remove deadwood throughout the tree canopy
  • Learn how to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
  • 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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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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