Arborist Trainee Internship

Job overview

Arborist Trainee Internship is an onsite role in Willowbrook, IL, serving the Burr Ridge, IL location. Compensation is $20–$23 per hour. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners. The trainee works as part of a tree crew while learning safe tree pruning and removal practices. The role supports tree health and safety for clients while developing skills in tree identification, climbing, equipment operation, and arboricultural work.

What you'll do

• Learn to climb trees
• work as a member of a tree crew
• learn tree pruning and removal services
• identify trees and apply pruning guidelines
• prune, thin, and remove deadwood
• learn to install cables, bracing, and lightning protection systems
• assist with hazardous tree removal
• maintain and operate tools and equipment including chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

arborist trainee internship

willowbrook il

burr ridge il

the davey tree expert company

tree care

tree pruning

tree removal

climbing arborist

chainsaws

aerial lifts

$20–$23/hour

travel up to 25%

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) match
• group health plan
• employee stock purchase options
• referral bonus
• career development and scholarship programs.

Why this role

Internship with paid training and safety gear provided; travel expectations up to 25%; starting pay is $20–$23 per hour.

About the employer

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