Climbing Arborist | N Houston, TX
19 hours ago
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OnsiteFull-timeEntry
Summary
The Davey Tree Expert Company is seeking a Climbing Arborist to join their team in Houston, TX. The role involves trimming and removing trees, as well as maintaining the health and safety of trees and surrounding areas.
About the Role
As a Climbing Arborist, you will climb trees using DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems, operate as an active crew member, and perform tree pruning and removal services. Your responsibilities will include pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood, installing cables and lightning protection systems, and maintaining tools and equipment such as chainsaws and aerial lifts.
About You
Required:
- Love of the outdoors
- Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire
- Ability to complete the Davey First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire
Preferred:
- Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights
- Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law
Benefits
- 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
- Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers
- Scholarship Program for Children of Employees
- Charitable matching gift program
The Davey Tree Expert Company
The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental solutions for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners across North America. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the U.S., Davey has been dedicated to creating and delivering sustainable solutions for 140 years. Vision: We create and deliver sustainable solutions. Mission: We exceed client expectations.
Houston, TX