Experienced Climbing Arborist

Job overview

The Experienced Climbing Arborist role is onsite in Columbus, OH, and includes travel expectations of up to 25%. Compensation is not specified. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides tree services, grounds maintenance, and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial, and environmental partners. The arborist performs tree pruning and removal work to support tree health and safety for clients. Working with a crew, the role uses climbing systems and specialized equipment to complete tree care tasks safely and skillfully.

What you'll do

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems
• work as an active crew member with ground crew and crew leader
• perform tree pruning and removal
• prune, thin, and remove deadwood in tree canopies
• 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

full-time

columbus oh

the davey tree expert company

climbing arborist

tree pruning

tree removal

tree care

chainsaw

aerial lift

travel up to 25%

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
• referral bonus
• career development
• employee-child scholarship program
• charitable matching gifts. Benefits subject to eligibility.

Why this role

Travel expectations are up to 25%. Relevant forestry, horticulture, landscaping, or working-at-heights background is preferred; orientation and first aid, CPR, and defensive driving courses are completed upon hire.

About the employer

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