Trimmer Trainee | N. Cincinnati (Milford)
About The Position
The Trimmer Trainee works as a member of a tree crew and progressively learns the skills needed to perform tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients. The role involves learning to climb trees, identifying trees and applying industry pruning guidelines, pruning and thinning tree canopies, removing deadwood and hazardous trees, and learning to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems. The trainee also maintains, prepares, and operates tools and equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. The position is onsite in Milford, Ohio, 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 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
- Work as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills.
- Learn to climb trees.
- Learn and perform tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
- Identify trees and follow industry pruning guidelines.
- Prune and thin trees and remove deadwood throughout the canopy.
- Learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems.
- Assist with removing hazardous trees.
- Properly maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
- Complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire.
- Complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR, and defensive driving course upon hire.
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Job-specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
