Climbing Arborist Trainee | Lake Bluff, IL
The Davey Tree Expert Co.
Lake Bluff, IL, USA
USD 24-27 / hour + Equity
Posted on May 9, 2025
Position 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 dynamic Climbing Arborists and Arborist Crew Leaders to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!
Job Duties
What You’ll Do:
- How high you grow depends on you!
- Climb Trees! Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems
- Safely and productively provide arboricultural care for our clients, including but not limited to:
- Jobsite Hazards, Obstacles, Plan, Equipment (H.O.P.E) process
- 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
- Crew Leaders will also:
- Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew
- Mentor crew members through the Davey Career Development Program
- Climbing Arborists will also:
- Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreman
Qualifications
What We’re Looking for:
- 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
- Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates
- 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
- Starting pay rate: $24-$27 per hour
*all listed benefits available to eligible employees