Climbing Arborist (Experienced Only) | Santa Cruz

Davey Tree • Soquel, CA, US • 1m ago

Additional Locations: None

Primary Locations: CA, Soquel, 5738 Soquel Drive, 95073

Requisition ID: 203621

Position Overview

Experienced Climber - Only accepting applications from experienced climbers in residential and commercial. Not accepting applications from candidates that only have utility climbing experience. Your experience must lie within residential and commercial climbing.

Trim and remove trees, remove unwanted, diseased or dying limbs on trees, or to affect the health and safety of trees or surrounding areas by performing the following duties.

Compensation Data: $22-$32 per hour (2-4 years minimum experience)

Job Duties

How high you grow depends on you!
Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems.
Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreman.
Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
Including but not limited to:
Pruning, thinning and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy
Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems
Removal of hazardous trees
Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more.

Qualifications

Love of the outdoors
Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
Ability to complete the Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law

Additional Information

Paid Time off and paid holidays
Opportunities for advancement
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
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

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees

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 Climbing Arborist to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Divisional Overview

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.

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.

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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