Trimmer

Davey Tree • Knoxville, TN, US • 1d ago

Additional Locations: Athens, TN

Primary Locations: TN, Knoxville, 3310 Greenway Drive, 37918

Requisition ID: 205633

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.

We are currently looking to add a dynamic utility tree trimmer to our passionate team of utility line clearance professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Job Duties

What You’ll Do: 

Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers. Including but not limited to:  
Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal
Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects
Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more
Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson 
How high you grow depends on you!

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking:

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   
Required: valid driver’s license 
Preferred: Commercial Driver’s License-Class A or B with Airbrake Endorsement
Preferred: line clearance experience or other related tree work
Preferred: relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law 
Preferred: ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®

Additional Information

What We Offer: *

Paid time off and 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 
Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas 
Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers 
Scholarship Program for Children of Employees 
Charitable matching gift program

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wolf Tree, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of utility and residential tree care services and is based in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at [email protected].

Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%

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