Climbing Arborist — CDL Required

Job overview

The Climbing Arborist role is onsite in Baltimore, MD. Pay is $30–$42 per hour depending on experience, and a $1,500 sign-on bonus is listed for qualified applicants. The role supports The Davey Tree Expert Company’s tree-care and greenspace stewardship work. The arborist performs climbing-based tree care and removal as an active crew member. The work helps maintain tree health and safety through pruning, hazardous-tree removal, and installation of tree-support and lightning-protection systems, while following safe equipment and work practices.

What you'll do

• Climb trees using the listed DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems
• work with ground crew and crew leader
• perform tree pruning and removal
• prune, thin, and remove deadwood
• install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• remove hazardous trees
• maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

climbing arborist

cdl required

baltimore md

the davey tree expert company

$30–$42/hr

$1,500 sign-on bonus

tree pruning

tree removal

tree climbing

full-time

safety training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off and holidays
• job-specific equipment and safety gear
• 401(k) with company match
• discounted stock purchase options
• group health plan
• employee referral bonus
• career development and training
• scholarship program for employees’ children
• charitable matching gift program.

Why this role

CDL required. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is available to qualified applicants, paid in $500 increments after 90 and 180 days of service. Paid time off, paid holidays, safety gear, and training programs are listed.

About the employer

The Davey Tree Expert Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Landscaping Services. Sector: 56.