Climbing Arborist

Job overview

The Climbing Arborist role is onsite in Gurnee, IL, with starting pay of $30 per hour depending on qualifications. Compensation is stated as a starting rate. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides tree care and environmental services, with a focus on safety and client service. This role supports tree health and safety by pruning and removing trees and limbs for clients. As an active crew member, the arborist performs climbing and tree-care work while maintaining and operating equipment safely.

What you'll do

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS systems
• work with ground crew and crew leader
• safely perform pruning and tree removal, including thinning, deadwood removal, hazardous tree removal, and installation of cables, bracing, and lightning protection
• maintain, prepare, and operate tools and equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

climbing arborist

tree pruning

tree removal

arboriculture

gurnee il

the davey tree expert company

starting at $30/hr

full-time

onsite

travel up to 25%

paid time off

401(k) match

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, scholarship program, and charitable matching.

Why this role

Starting pay of $30 per hour depending on qualifications; job-specific equipment and safety gear provided; paid time off and holidays; 401(k) with company match; employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options; group health plan; career development program.

About the employer

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